Charlene: Using Clinical Data to Navigate a Second Diagnosis

Eighteen years after her first breast cancer diagnosis, Charlene navigated a second one — and made a reconstruction decision that felt right for her.
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As a clinical oncology researcher, Charlene thought she knew what to expect. Then, 18 years after her first breast cancer diagnosis, she faced a shocking second primary breast cancer diagnosis.

She leaned on her professional experience, consulted trusted colleagues, and dug into the evidence behind her treatment options. That knowledge helped her make confident decisions, including choosing reconstruction to help feel like herself again.

Her advice: Ask hard questions, understand your options, and make the surgical choice that feels right for you.

 

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