Above all else, every woman should perform self-breast exams, get a mammogram, and seek medical care at the first sign of a breast lump. Make sure the selected doctor understands that hope is a vital part of the practice of medicine, and the important relationship between the body and the spirit. Cancer is not an infectious disease. Silence as a form of denial should be replaced by compassionate demonstrations of concern. Avoid those who deliver doom and gloom.
Negative stories drain one's energy and confidence.
The way you look affects the way you feel. Prepare for the hair loss, buy a wig or several wigs, wear clothes that make you feel attractive, and pay extra attention to grooming and makeup. Breast cancer is not the end of a sexual relationship. The closeness and bond between husband and wife during this time are critical and meaningful. Listen more, look more, and love more.