Decision on Treatment
, former MTV VJ, revealed her Stage IV breast cancer diagnosis, sharing her journey and decision to forgo a double mastectomy after her Stage III diagnosis, opting instead for homeopathic remedies alongside traditional treatments.
Despite initially believing in her body's ability to heal without a mastectomy, Lewis faced disappointment and anger as her cancer metastasized, now affecting her lymph system.
Awareness and Reflection
Lewis's story, shared during a roundtable, emphasizes the importance of mammograms and early detection, contrasting her experience with that of CNN anchor , who opted for a double mastectomy after her Stage III diagnosis.
Both women aim to raise awareness about breast cancer, particularly among Black women, highlighting the disparities in outcomes and the critical role of early detection in improving survival rates.