Boy Meets World’s Danielle Fishel shares that she has breast cancer: ‘I’m going to be fine.’

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Boy Meets World's Danielle Fishel shares that she has breast cancer: 'I'm going to be fine.'

As a devoted fan who grew up with “Boy Meets World,” I was deeply saddened to hear about Danielle Fishel’s breast cancer diagnosis. Yet, hearing her courageous spirit and positive outlook on the podcast, I am filled with hope that she will conquer this challenge just as Topanga always did.

As a devoted fan, I’m sharing the poignant news that Danielle Fishel, best known for her role in “Boy Meets World,” has recently been diagnosed with breast cancer. On August 18th, she bravely disclosed this medical update on her podcast, “Pod Meets World,” alongside her cherished co-stars Will Friedle and Rider Strong. They played Eric Matthews and Shawn Hunter, respectively, in the beloved ABC teen comedy that spanned seven seasons from 1993 to 2000.

Currently, Fishel – best known for portraying beloved 90’s character Topanga Lawrence – recently discussed her cancer journey on a podcast. She shared details about her treatment plan and updates with the listeners. Although a cancer diagnosis can be terrifying, Fishel had some positive news to share about her specific case.

Danielle Fishel reveals she has ‘Stage 0’ breast cancer

At the start of the podcast, Fishel shared her diagnosis, reassuring everyone that she would be alright. Her type of breast cancer is called ‘DCIS’ (Ductal Carcinoma In Situ), which is detected during mammograms. According to Mayo Clinic, the cancer cells are confined within the milk ducts and have not spread beyond them yet.

Fishel further described DCIS, her treatment plans, and the support she received from Friedle.

I would like to share something with our listeners. I was recently
diagnosed with DCIS, which stands for Ductal Carcinoma in Situ,
which is a form of breast cancer. It is very, very, very early. It’s technically stage zero, to be specific. I was diagnosed with high-grade DCIS with micro invasion,
and I’m going to be fine.

Her treatment outline will include surgery, and she and her medical team will go from there.

I’m having surgery to remove it. I’m going to be on some some follow-up treatment.

Without Fishel’s yearly mammogram, there’s a possibility that the DCIS could have advanced beyond its initial location and become more severe, necessitating stronger treatment methods. Fishel emphasizes the importance of regular yearly mammograms because they can potentially save lives by detecting cancer at an early stage.

The only reason I caught this cancer when it [was] still stage zero is because
the day I got my text message that my yearly mammogram had come up. I made the appointment. I was like, yeah, it’s time, got to make that appointment. And they found [the cancer] so early that I’m going to be fine. I want to share [my story] because I hope it will encourage anyone to get in there if it’s time for your appointment; if you’ve never had an appointment before, get in there.

Friedle expressed his sympathy towards Fishel, stating that “she might encounter challenging days in the future.” Both he and Strong are deeply fond of her, and should it be necessary for them to pause their podcast due to Fishel’s treatments, they would without hesitation make that sacrifice for her.

For women, it’s crucial to stay aware of ourselves, so we can respond appropriately if any unexpected situations occur. While dealing with such circumstances might be challenging and distressing, maintaining knowledge about available options and openly discussing our experiences can pave the way for proactive care and assistance.

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2024-08-23 20:44