Were you diagnosed with breast cancer at age 45 or younger? Or are you caring for someone who was? 

Navigating this experience can be lonely — it can sometimes feel like no one gets it. What do you wish others knew about having breast cancer at a young age? What do you wish you had known? Your answers may help others. 

Share your thoughts about one or both of the questions below, in writing, video, or both — whatever feels most natural to you. 

We may use your recording and/or your written response in videos or articles on Breastcancer.org.

1. What do you wish others knew about having a breast cancer diagnosis at a young age? 

Being diagnosed under 45 comes with unique challenges. What are the things that people around you just don’t seem to get? What do you wish you could tell them about what it's really like? 

Type your response in the box below and/or record a short video — your message will go straight to our team.

2. What do you wish you had known when you were diagnosed? 

What information, encouragement, or truths do you wish someone had shared with you?

Type your response in the box below and/or record a short video—your message will go straight to our team.

Thank you for sharing your experience. Your voice will help others feel less alone and more understood.