Lucie breast cancer fundraiser

My name is Lucie, I am 33 years old. I have been diagnosed with Infiltrating Ductal Carcinoma IDC (a very rear and aggressive inflammatory breast cancer) stage 3 in March 2015.

I am about to start chemotherapy which will be followed with the surgery.

When I heard this news I couldn't believe it. I woke up the following morning and thought "was it just a bad dream?", but it wasn't. It was reality! Your world stops all of the sudden.

You always hear of these stories but never think it can happen to you, especially at such young age.

I asked why me? What have I done wrong? How did this happen? Am I going to die? All these questions went through my mind.

The path ahead of me is uncertain which is very scary.

I would like to raise the money to help cover cost of stay and flight tickets for my parents and brother to come to support me from Europe or potential treatment if it is not covered. This is extremely difficult cancer to diagnose. This type is often misdiagnosed for hematoma or infection as it looks very similar. That was also my case. But the time is ticking therefore an early correct diagnoses is the key to make it a successful recovery! I had this only 2 months and it is already grade 3!

I am lucky enough to have such a loving partner supporting me through this journey to a full recovery. It is hard on both of us. I am so thankful for all support from my friends, colleagues and family. It makes such a difference to feel loved and knowing that you are not alone in this.

Please help me to raise an awareness of this type of cancer which may save life of others. Any donation will be much appreciated. THANK YOU!

Lucie