{"id":44569,"date":"2024-10-25T12:23:47","date_gmt":"2024-10-25T16:23:47","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/blackhealthmatters.com\/?p=44569"},"modified":"2025-10-21T14:41:41","modified_gmt":"2025-10-21T18:41:41","slug":"why-i-chose-not-to-have-chemo","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/blackhealthmatters.com\/why-i-chose-not-to-have-chemo\/","title":{"rendered":"Breast Cancer: Why I Chose NOT To Have Chemo"},"content":{"rendered":"<p>When Natalie Pressey, a Financial executive, learned she had breast cancer, the wife and mother began to take the necessary steps to understand her genetic predispositions. She had discussions with her doctors about proper screening and preventative measures, with rounds of testing and second opinions.<\/p>\n<blockquote><p><span style=\"font-family: Verdana, BlinkMacSystemFont, -apple-system, 'Segoe UI', Roboto, Oxygen, Ubuntu, Cantarell, 'Open Sans', 'Helvetica Neue', sans-serif;\">Natalie was diagnosed with <a href=\"https:\/\/www.hopkinsmedicine.org\/health\/conditions-and-diseases\/breast-cancer\/invasive-lobular-carcinoma\">invasive lobular carcinoma<\/a> (ILC), the second most common type of breast cancer, according to Johns Hopkins Medical Center. <\/span><\/p><\/blockquote>\n<p>Natalie\u2019s proactive approach helped her to spring into action. Natalie began having open conversations with her medical care team and trusted community, empowering her to move forward by making informed decisions about her healthcare.<\/p>\n<h2>She Had Some Experience<\/h2>\n<p>Natalie Pressey served as a caregiver for her parents, who both endured long battles with cancer. This experience profoundly affected her long-term perspective on self-care and the healthcare system.<\/p>\n<blockquote><p>Witnessing firsthand the challenges and obstacles that can exist with advanced research and development and underserved communities, Natalie was determined to be proactive about her healthcare and take advantage of any preventative measures available.<\/p><\/blockquote>\n<h2>Going Beyond Traditional Treatment<\/h2>\n<p>Despite initial conversations and recommendations for chemotherapy and radiation, Natalie was persistent in doing a deeper dive to explore her options. Natalie learned about the <a href=\"https:\/\/www.breastcancer.org\/screening-testing\/oncotype-dx\">Genomic Oncotype Score Test<\/a> by openly sharing her diagnosis with a colleague. Genomic Oncotype scoring is a type of testing that helps you and your doctors decide treatments after surgery. It uses a scoring system of 0-100 to determine the likelihood of cancer recurrence post-surgery and whether you will benefit from chemotherapy. It is important to note that not everyone is a candidate for this testing; Genomic Scoring helps determine the benefit of chemotherapy for early-stage, hormone receptor-positive, HER2-negative breast cancer, <a href=\"https:\/\/www.komen.org\/breast-cancer\/diagnosis\/factors-that-affect-prognosis\/oncotype-dx\/\">according to komen.org<\/a>. Interpreting and discussing your score with your doctor is critical in determining the most effective treatment plan.<\/p>\n<p>Natalie believes that thorough research and self-advocacy were vital to learning about this alternative treatment option to forgo chemotherapy and radiation.<\/p>\n<blockquote><p>\u201cI would\u2019ve never learned about this testing if I didn\u2019t share my diagnosis with a colleague \u2013 that doesn\u2019t look like me,\u201d she shares.<\/p><\/blockquote>\n<p>However, by being open and vulnerable, she uncovered a testing option and alternative treatment plan that may not have otherwise been presented to her. \u201cWe tend to associate cancer with chemo automatically \u2013 that\u2019s the diagnosis, and we tend not to ask questions, but we have to learn to speak up.\u201d<\/p>\n<p>After a successful reconstruction surgery, Natalie agreed to do the Genomic Scoring Testing. As a self-proclaimed \u201cnumbers person,\u201d she was intrigued by the scoring system and was willing to explore her options before advancing directly to chemotherapy and radiation. \u201cSeeing what the process looked like for parents, it was important to explore all options available to me,\u201d Natalie adds.<\/p>\n<blockquote><p>After receiving a genomic score she was pleased with, and after further consultation with her family and team of doctors, Natalie decided to forgo chemotherapy.<\/p><\/blockquote>\n<h2>Speak Up and Speak Out<\/h2>\n<p>Her unwavering advocacy marks Natalie Pressey\u2019s story. Learning from her caregiver journey, she openly shared her experiences with colleagues, family, and friends, which led to a wealth of knowledge and information and a valuable <a href=\"https:\/\/blackhealthmatters.com\/support-loved-one-with-breast-cancer\/\">support system<\/a>. Her willingness to speak up and ask questions about traditional treatment options empowered her to make informed decisions about her treatment options.<\/p>\n<p>She is transforming her pain into purpose, understanding her calling to continue sharing the importance of self-advocacy, self-care, and the power of knowing your options. She encourages women to be proactive about their health, seek second (and third) opinions, and embrace new research. \u201cCancer today doesn\u2019t look like what it looked like 25-30 years ago,\u201d she notes. By intentionally sharing her story, Natalie hopes to empower others to take control of their cancer journey.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>When Natalie Pressey, a Financial executive, learned she had breast cancer, the wife and mother began to take the necessary steps to understand her genetic predispositions. 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