Prescription Health: Arlene fight for two
· KRGV (NBC 5)
Arlene Brown, a 21-week pregnant woman, faced a daunting diagnosis of triple-negative breast cancer, a rare and aggressive form of the disease. With a family history of cancer and a BRCA1 gene mutation, she was prepared for a fight. Contrary to common belief, her doctors at Duke Cancer Center assured her that chemotherapy could be safely administered during pregnancy. Arlene began treatment in her second trimester, and after delivering her baby at 35 weeks, she continued with intensified therapies. Now cancer-free, Arlene shares her journey, highlighting the importance of support and the possibility of treatment during pregnancy.
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