Country singer Jillian Cardarelli, 33, is facing breast cancer \u201cone day at a time\u201d as she begins treatment.<\/p>\n
After recently revealing her diagnosis of stage 2 invasive ductal carcinoma, Cardarelli shared photos from the hospital and called the procedure her \u201cfirst big step.\u201d<\/strong><\/p>\n She thanked her medical team at Dana-Farber and everyone who has supported, prayed for, and checked on her.<\/p>\n Cardarelli said she first realized something was wrong after feeling unusually tired and discovering a lump. Doctors later confirmed her diagnosis.<\/p>\n Despite the difficult road ahead, she remains hopeful that treatment will be successful and that she can go on to live a long, healthy and happy life.<\/p>\n Her message to women was simple but powerful:<\/p>\n \u201cOne day at a time.\u201d \ud83d\udc96<\/strong><\/p>\n