Jill Martin: Chemotherapy 'Been Hell' After Double Mastectomy

Jill Martin, 47, opens up about her challenging journey of the past two and a half months.

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Expresses the belief that early detection can prevent such struggles for others.

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Shares her story on the Today show to raise awareness for both women and men.

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Reflects on her own experience, expressing disbelief and shock.

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Jill Martin, diagnosed with stage II breast cancer, underwent an immediate double mastectomy.

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Following the mastectomy, she was advised to undergo chemotherapy.

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She emphasizes the significance of each aspect, including the loss of hair, in the face of cancer.

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