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Mum's Cancer Misdiagnosis: From Itch to Funeral Plans
3 Oct
Summary
- A persistent itch on her breast was initially dismissed as a minor issue.
- Kimberley Brown faced a devastating stage three breast cancer diagnosis.
- She is now planning her funeral and fundraising for family memories.
Kimberley Brown, a 39-year-old mother, initially sought medical attention in September 2020 for an itchy and burning sensation on her right breast. Her GP advised her to switch laundry detergents and body wash, dismissing the symptom as minor. Weeks later, she discovered a small lump, which led to a biopsy and the devastating discovery of stage three breast cancer in October 2020.
Following surgery, chemotherapy, and radiotherapy, Kimberley was declared cancer-free in March 2021 and in remission by October 2025. However, by February 2026, she began experiencing severe headaches and blurred vision. Further scans revealed the cancer had returned aggressively, with 10 lesions on her brain, multiple lesions on her liver, a 3cm mass on her lung, and six tumors on her pelvis by August 2026.
Facing a terminal diagnosis, Kimberley is now focused on creating cherished memories with her two sons and has set up a fundraiser to help pay for her funeral. She is raising awareness about less common cancer symptoms like itching and burning sensations, urging for these to be included in public health campaigns.
