Participant A
The following questions are those which were used to complete the mindmap.
Could you describe or recalled the emotions you had when you were first diagnosed?
I was shocked, scared, angry, terrified mostly.
Did undergoing this treatment change how you felt about yourself, for example, your self-esteem, your confidence, your outlook on life?
Yes
If answered yes to the above question could you provide more information?
I felt like an outcast, not like my friends at 23, you travel, party and you want to look and feel good.
Did any of your treatment make you feel less empowered as a woman?
Yes
Did any of this journey make you feel like you were perceived differently in society?
I felt like I was not a woman
If you had any surgery and we're left with scarring how do you feel about those scars, do they remind you of a difficult time that you went through, or do they represent your strength through your journey?
The scars are constant reminders on what I have gone through
If you were to have a tattoo designed for you based on your journey what would be important elements to be included in the design?
Beauty! I want something to represent my femininity
Compared to your first diagnosis how would you say you feel now about your journey?
I feel like I am stronger than I was pre-cancer
Did you take any steps, or did you find anything useful and helping you regain your strength and empower you as a woman?
My friends, social media was a big help too seeing all these inspiring women living their truth
Could you provide and information on the size of the scarring?
It is a linear scar approximately 13 cm in length and 4 cm in width. The scar is curved as it was where my breast was removed.
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