When a ‘benign’ lump turns cancerous: Dubai dancer on fighting breast cancer – ‘I didn’t only survive. I thrive’
"Darling, I fought with all my heart to stay alive. I didn't only survive. I thrive." Every year, Ludmilla Rego Tenório de Albuquerque, known to most as Milla Tenório, waits for October. It is the month she tells her story: a story of rebirth and of hope, told in the belief that someone newly diagnosed with breast cancer might find in it the faith to carry on. A Brazilian expat, dancer and…
Milla Tenório, a Brazilian expat, dancer, and fitness enthusiast, was diagnosed with breast cancer in 2020 amid the COVID-19 pandemic. She had been monitoring a lump under her armpit for years, believing it to be benign. However, an ultrasound revealed the lump had become malignant. Milla underwent a month of surgeries, including the removal of 32 lymph nodes, and endured intense physical therapy.
Despite the challenges, Milla vowed to make the year her best yet, finding solace in the support of her close circle. She channeled her energy into painting and rediscovering her passion for dance. Recovery was a gradual process, requiring her to regain her strength physically and emotionally. In hindsight, Milla emphasizes the importance of finding new passions and cherishing small moments of joy as one navigates life after cancer.
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