Hi, I'm Thamires, and I'm from Brazil. I was diagnosed with breast cancer in 2023. The skin of my breast was weird and after 2 weeks I felt a small nodule.

I had the following symptoms: weird irritation of the breast skin and a small lump in my breast. I sought medical attention for these symptoms and it led to a stage 3 cancer diagnosis.

I realized I’d started eating unhealthily most days a week.

I'm currently receiving treatment recommended by my doctors. My treatment plan includes surgeries to remove the tumor (lumpectomy) and the affected lymph (lymphadenectomy), chemotherapy, and radiation therapy.

I felt happy and slightly motivated and hopeful after having a treatment plan.

Unfortunately, I've experienced side effects like diarrhea, fatigue, and hair loss, but I've managed them through improved nutrition. Financially, it's been tough. I had to stop working because I was not strong enough. Nowadays, I need help and donations from my friends.

Since starting treatment, I've permanently changed my diet to be healthier. I try to eat well most days a week. Although I don’t see my parents more than once a week, I try texting and calling them more.

I don't have any concrete plans in the next two years, but I plan to do some studying. I have to win over cancer and build a family. I want to continue loving my loved ones.

My biggest fear throughout this journey is that the cancer returns. But I believe that God knows everything, so If He believes that I can do it all over, so do I.

I still feel as vulnerable as before. However, compared to six months ago, I now feel confident and courageous. I’m also inspired and thankful.

God is with us all the time, only him can heal and give me life. Psalm 30:2. Lord my God, I called to you for help, and you healed me.