These are 6 famous Latin American women who fought against breast cancer, came out victorious and became an example of hope

Breast cancer is a disease that affects many women around the world, regardless of their social status or age. Even famous Latin American women have been diagnosed with this serious condition, and October 19th is the world day of remembrance for their struggle.

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The world of entertainment witnessed how these famous women bravely faced and overcame the battle with breast cancer, a battle in which many, unfortunately, do not emerge victorious. Below we present some of the famous people who are a testimony of life after overcoming the disease.

Famous Latin American women who have overcome breast cancer

1. Danijela Romo

Among the famous people who have overcome cancer is Daniela Romo, who faced the disease in 2005 and overcame treatment with chemotherapy and radiotherapy and a partial mastectomy, explains Vanidades.

2. Angelica Maria

In 1997, the famous Mexican actress was fighting cancer and decided to undergo a mastectomy. As reported by the aforementioned portal, Angélica managed to defeat the same disease that took her mother’s life a year before her own diagnosis.

3. Adamari López

Adamari López, also known as “Chaparrita de Oro”, went through a difficult battle with breast cancer in 2005. On several occasions, the presenter openly shared her experience with the disease, and even had the courage to show the result of her mastectomy. a way to raise cancer awareness.

4. Alicia Machado

The former Venezuelan beauty queen was diagnosed with cancer in 2013, and she shared her experience in an interview with CNN.

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“I have to admit that I didn’t ask for anything for this year, because last year I almost got cancer. In the month of July, they discovered some problems with my breasts, so I left because of the filming of ‘Madame’ (delay), the treatment did not work and I was in a very bad state of health,” said the Venezuelan woman at the time, and she is currently free of that condition.

5. Ana María Polo

The most famous lawyer on Hispanic television, Ana María Polo, also survived breast cancer. The “Caso Cerrado” host battled the disease in 2003 when she was 44, People reports.

“Cancer left me with more desire to live. He also let me know that we have to take care of ourselves, take care of ourselves, know our body. We need to raise awareness that cancer exists and that it’s a disease that doesn’t have many symptoms or when you already have symptoms, it might be too late,” he told the magazine.

6. Alejandra Guzmán

Alejandra Guzmán, the Mexican rocker, was diagnosed with a breast tumor in 2007 and decided to have it removed immediately. The singer revealed that she had one of her nipples removed.

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“Seeing yourself mutilated in front of the mirror. In a way, that’s what knocked me out. I came home and didn’t see that my nipple was removed until that moment. Something very shocking, considering that my cancer was not that aggressive. I didn’t lose my hair or go for radiation therapy. I was lucky to find the tumor when it was small,” he said in an interview with the AARP en Español website.

Although their experiences are different, these actresses, presenters and singers have shown their courage and strength in facing and overcoming breast cancer. (AND)