Overview

• Katie Thurston, 34, is in medically induced menopause caused by hormone-blocking therapy for her stage 4 breast cancer.
• She is managing severe side effects, including hot flashes, fatigue, and extreme dehydration, which require daily electrolyte intake.
• Doctors have identified over 10 affected lymph nodes, significantly increasing her risk of developing lymphedema.
• Thurston remains on a targeted treatment regimen of Letrozole, Kisqali, and Zoladex, with chemotherapy paused for now.
• She will continue monthly heart monitoring and blood tests, with her next major scan scheduled in three months.