San Antonio College Library

"Provides basic consumer health information on risk factors, screening, prevention, symptoms, diagnosis, and treatment of various types of breast cancer, along with facts about coping during and after treatment. Includes index, glossary of related terms and directory of resources"--

A completely updated edition of the seminal book on breast cancer draws on recent medical and scientific research to describe a variety of diagnostic and therapeutic options, advances in chemotherapy, the latest clinical research trials, the role of preventative drugs, and the role of diet, exercise and herbal and nutritional supplements.

"Not only are people fearful of their future, they are also faced with difficult choices about treatment and worries about its impact on themselves, their family and friends." "Understanding Breast Cancer includes essential information and practical advice on coping with every aspect of breast cancer, including: The treatment options available. Coming to terms with the psychological impact. Breast reconstruction and prostheses. Complementary therapies...

This serves as an accessible and practical guide for answering the questions of women with breast cancer as well as a resource for easing the concerns of the spouse and family members of breast cancer patients. Drawing on the personal experiences of a breast cancer survivor and the professional expertise of medical professionals, this guide details the various treatment options for cancer patients, including lumpectomy and mastectomy surgeries, radiation...

This book provides key information on treatment options and the decision-making process, communicating the news of diagnosis to your loved ones, sexual intimacy, adjuvant treatment along with more interesting advice for patients and their families.

A guide, resource and friend. This book answers many of the big questions and resolves many of the worries about breast cancer that weigh on every woman's mind.

"Researchers are closer than ever to curing this deadly disease. In-depth explanations, along with first-hand accounts from breast cancer survivors, will de-mystify the newest treatments and techniques"--OhioLINK page.

The Breast Book presents a wealth of information, from the anatomy of the breast to its cultural significance and sexual character, from breast feeding and breast self-examination to cosmetic surgery, benign breast changes, and breast cancer. In her uniquely sympathetic style, Dr. Stoppard gives indispensable advice on breast care at all stages of a woman's life - from early menstruation to menopause and beyond - with particular emphasis on the early...

How to help yourself and your wife through diagnosis, treatment and beyond.