{"product_id":"detecting-living-with-breast-cancer-for-dummies-isbn-9781119272243","title":"Detecting \u0026 Living with Breast Cancer For Dummies","description":"\u003cb\u003eYour trusted, no-nonsense guide to detecting and managing breast cancer\u003c\/b\u003e \u003cp\u003eFrom the breast health experts at the American Breast Cancer Foundation comes a sensitive and authoritative guide to the most common cancer in women: breast cancer. Covering everything from prevention to dealing with a diagnosis to coping with life after cancer, it serves as a trusted resource for anyone whose life has been touched by this dreaded disease. \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eAdvancements in breast cancer prevention, detection, and treatment are being made every day, but it can be overwhelming and confusing knowing where to turn and who to trust. \u003ci\u003eDetecting \u0026amp; Living with Breast Cancer For Dummies\u003c\/i\u003e distills the information into one easy-to-follow guide, giving you quick, expert advice on everything you'll face as you manage your breast health. From getting to know your treatment options to talking to loved ones about breast cancer—and everything in between—it does the legwork for you so you can take a deep breath and focus on your health. \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cul\u003e \u003cli\u003ePerform regular self-exams the right way\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eCope with the many decisions that need to be made if you're diagnosed\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eAsk the right questions about surgery, chemotherapy, radiation, and breast reconstruction\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eDecipher complicated pathology reports with confidence\u003c\/li\u003e \u003c\/ul\u003e \u003cp\u003eWhether you're at risk for breast cancer or have been diagnosed and want to know your options, \u003ci\u003eDetecting \u0026amp; Living with Breast Cancer For Dummies\u003c\/i\u003e empowers you to take your health into your own hands. \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eForeword xvii\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eIntroduction\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cb\u003e 1\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eAbout This Book 2\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eFoolish Assumptions 2\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eIcons Used in This Book 3\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eBeyond the Book 3\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eWhere to Go from Here 4\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003ePart 1: Knowing About Breast Cancer\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cb\u003e 5\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eChapter 1: Breast Cancer 101\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cb\u003e 7\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eBreast Cancer Basics 8\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eFinding your way around your breast 8\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eKnowing about breast cancer risk factors and indicators 9\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eDistinguishing Different Breast Cancers 10\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eDetecting breast cancer 13\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eBiopsies and how they work 14\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eThe pathologist and diagnosis 14\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eGrading and Staging of Breast Cancer 15\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003ePlanning Your Treatment 15\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eLooking at your treatment options 15\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eConsidering breast surgery 16\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eTreating breast cancer with radiation 17\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eTreating breast cancer with chemotherapy 17\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eTreating breast cancer with endocrine (hormonal), biological, and other cutting-edge therapies 17\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eTreating advanced breast cancer 18\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eChapter 2: Risk Factors for Breast Cancer\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cb\u003e 19\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eAdvanced Age 19\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eGender 20\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eRace and Ethnicity 21\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eEarly Menstruation and Late Menopause 23\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eUse of Birth Control Pills 23\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eGenetic Risk: BRCA1 and BRCA2 Genes 23\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003ePoor Nutrition 26\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eFats 27\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eRed meat and processed meats 27\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eObesity 28\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eSmoking 29\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eAlcohol Use 29\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003ePrior Treatment and Chemical Exposures 30\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eExposure to DES (diethylstilbestrol) 30\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eHormones: Estrogen and progesterone use 30\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eEnvironmental factors 31\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eChapter 3: Indicators of Breast Cancer\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cb\u003e 33\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eMonitoring Changes in Breast Size and Shape 34\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eBreast increasing in size 35\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eBreast decreasing in size 35\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eWatching for Skin Changes 36\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eRash 36\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003ePaget’s disease 36\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eSkin thickening 37\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eCellulitis 37\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eMastitis 38\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eBreast abscess 38\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eChecking Out Lumps and Bumps 39\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eBreast masses and fibroadenomas 39\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eBreast cysts 39\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eDense breasts 40\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eDealing with Breast Aches and Pains 40\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eNipple Changes 41\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eNipple inversion 41\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eMilky nipple discharge 41\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eBloody nipple discharge 42\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003ePart 2: Diagnosing Breast Cancer\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cb\u003e 45\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eChapter 4: Physical Awareness and Detecting Breast Cancer\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cb\u003e 47\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eWhat to Look For 49\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eDoing a Breast Self-Examination 50\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eIn the shower 50\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eIn front of the mirror 50\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eWhile lying down 51\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eBreast Cancer Screening Guidelines 52\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eMammograms: The Go-to Tool 55\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eTomosynthesis (tomo) mammogram 55\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eAdvantages of screening mammograms 56\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eDisadvantages of screening mammograms 56\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eHow a mammogram is done 58\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eOther Screening Tests: MRI and Ultrasound 59\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eChapter 5: Understanding Breast Biopsies\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cb\u003e 63\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eKnowing What a Breast Biopsy Entails 65\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eGetting the Right Type of Breast Biopsy 65\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003ePlaying an Active Role in Your Breast Biopsy: Before, During, and After 67\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003ePreparing for your biopsy and reducing risks and complications 68\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eKnowing what to expect on the day of your biopsy 69\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eWaiting for your biopsy results 70\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eMaking Sense of Your Biopsy Results 71\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eGrasping some basic medical terminology 71\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eSorting out the nuances of “abnormal” 72\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eMost common types of breast cancer 73\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eLess common types of breast cancer 73\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eDigging deeper into the pathology report when cancer is detected 74\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eDiscussing your pathology report 76\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eDiscussing next steps if cancer is found 76\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eThe shades of your pathology result 76\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eFollowing up when no cancer is found 77\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eChapter 6: Stages of Breast Cancer\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cb\u003e 79\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eTesting to Determine Stages 80\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eOverview of Breast Cancer Staging 80\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eEarly 81\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eLocally advanced 82\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eLocal recurrence 82\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eMetastatic or secondary breast cancer 82\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eDeciphering the TNM Staging System 83\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eUnderstanding Breast Cancer Stages 85\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eStage 0 (zero) 85\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eStage I 85\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eStage II 85\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eStage III 86\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eStage IV 88\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003ePart 3: Treating Breast Cancer\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cb\u003e 91\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eChapter 7: Looking at Treatment Options\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cb\u003e 93\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eSurgery 96\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eLumpectomy or partial mastectomy (breast- conserving surgery) 96\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eMastectomy (total or simple) 96\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eModified radical mastectomy 98\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eAxillary lymph node dissection 98\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eBreast Reconstruction 101\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eRadiation Therapy 102\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eSide effects 103\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eSkincare during radiation therapy 104\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eChemotherapy 105\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eEndocrine or Hormonal Therapy 106\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eTargeted Therapy: Herceptin and Others 106\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eConsidering Clinical Trials 109\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eRandomized controlled trials (RCT) 110\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003ePlacebos and double-blind trials 110\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eLength of clinical trials 111\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eChapter 8: Breast Surgery \u003c\/b\u003e\u003cb\u003e113\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eTypes of Breast Surgery 114\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003ePreparing for Surgery 115\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eTalking to your surgeon before surgery 116\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003ePre-surgical restrictions 117\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eSpecial Pre-Surgery Concerns 118\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eAlcohol consumption 118\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eSmoking tobacco or cannabis 119\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eSleep apnea 119\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eFollowing a pre-surgery checklist 121\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eDuring the Surgery 122\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003ePost-Surgery Tips 123\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eDrains and drips 123\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eGoing home 124\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eRestrictions on activity 124\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eChapter 9: Radiation Therapy \u003c\/b\u003e\u003cb\u003e127\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eHow Radiation Therapy Works 128\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003ePlanning for Radiation Treatment 131\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eThings to Do before Radiation Therapy 132\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003ePost-Radiation Skincare 133\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eRadiation Therapy Side Effects 134\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eSkin reactions 134\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eChange in breast size and consistency 134\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eSwelling or edema of the breast 135\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003ePain in the breast area 135\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eThe Importance of Exercising 135\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eWarm-up and cool down exercises 135\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eBasic exercises to do in the first week after surgery or radiation and beyond 136\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eAdvanced exercises for the second week after surgery or radiation and beyond 136\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eTiredness and fatigue 137\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eLymphedema 137\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eChange in breast shape, size, and color 137\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eHair loss in the armpit or chest area 138\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eSore throat 138\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eLate side effects 138\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eChapter 10: Chemotherapy \u003c\/b\u003e\u003cb\u003e141\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eDifferent Types of Chemotherapy and How They Work 142\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eHow Chemotherapy Is Given 146\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eCommon Side Effects of Different Chemotherapies 147\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eThe “Chemo Brain” Effect 149\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eUnderstanding the Oncotype DX Test 150\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eWho should have an Oncotype Dx test? 151\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eHow does Oncotype DX work? 151\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eInterpreting the recurrence score 152\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eUnderstanding the MammaPrint Test 152\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eInterpreting MammaPrint results 152\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003ePreparing for Chemotherapy 153\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eChemotherapy before surgery: Neoadjuvant chemotherapy 153\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eChemotherapy after surgery: Adjuvant chemotherapy 153\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eGood Questions to Ask Your Doctor 154\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eChapter 11: Endocrine, Biological, and Cutting-Edge Therapies\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cb\u003e 155\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eEndocrine Therapy in the Treatment of Breast Cancer 156\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eSide effects of endocrine therapy 157\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003ePreparing for Endocrine Therapy 158\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eEndocrine therapy before surgery 159\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eEndocrine therapy after surgery 159\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eIf you can’t have surgery 159\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eAsking plenty of questions 159\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eBiological or Targeted Therapy in the Treatment of Breast Cancer 160\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eTypes of biological therapies 161\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eTrastuzumab and pertuzumab: Monoclonal antibodies 163\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eImmunotherapy and Cancer Vaccines 164\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eCancer vaccines 165\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eCancer treatment vaccines 165\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eThe making of a cancer vaccine 165\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eCancer vaccine side effects 167\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003ePrecision Medicine 168\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eBenefits of precision medicine 168\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eEmerging Therapies 168\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eTargeted therapy: Immunoliposomes 169\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eCell signaling 169\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eChapter 12: Breast Reconstruction\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cb\u003e 171\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eWhen Should You Have Breast Reconstruction? 172\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eImmediate breast reconstruction 173\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eDelayed breast reconstruction 175\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eHaving both breasts removed 176\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eMethods of Breast Reconstruction 176\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eBreast implant reconstruction 177\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eAutologous breast reconstruction 179\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eAutologous tissue with implant reconstruction 180\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eRisks of Breast Reconstruction 183\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eQuestions to Ask Your Plastic Surgeon 184\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eChoosing Among Your Options 185\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eChapter 13: Treating Advanced Breast Cancer\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cb\u003e 187\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eTreatment Decisions and Treatment Options 188\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eTreatment decisions for advanced breast cancer 189\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eTreatment options for advanced breast cancer 189\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eEndocrine or Hormone Therapy for Advanced Breast Cancer 190\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eChemotherapy for Advanced Breast Cancer 191\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eBiological Therapies for Advanced Breast Cancer 193\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eRole of HER2 receptors in advanced breast cancer 193\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eTrastuzumab (Herceptin) 194\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003ePertuzumab (Perjeta) 195\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eDenosumab (Prolia, Xgeva) 196\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eEverolimus (Afinitor) 197\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eOther issues with biological treatment 199\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eRadiation Therapy for Advanced Breast Cancer 201\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eRadiation as injection 201\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eSide effects of radiation for advanced breast cancer 201\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eEnd of Life Concerns 202\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eCommunicating to Providers 203\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003ePart 4: Dealing with Breast Cancer and Everyday Life \u003c\/b\u003e\u003cb\u003e205\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eChapter 14: Psychosocial Concerns and Breast Cancer Diagnosis\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cb\u003e 207\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eFear and Worry and Their Physical and Emotional Toll 208\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eFunctional Concerns: Work and Home Life 210\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eFunctional capability for occupational activities 211\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eFear of infertility 212\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eWorrying about work and finances 213\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eSpirituality 214\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eSeeking Support 215\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003ePurpose and benefits of participating in a support group 215\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eHow support groups are structured and organized 215\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eHow to find a support group 216\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eChapter 15: Managing Stress \u003c\/b\u003e\u003cb\u003e217\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eIncorporating Relaxation Techniques 220\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eVisualization exercise: Lying in a meadow 222\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eThe Importance of Sleep 222\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eSpirituality and Meditation 224\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eTips for finding comfort, meaning, and spiritual support 224\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eCall for inner peace 225\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eHealth affirmation 226\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eChapter 16: Coping with Changes after Treatment \u003c\/b\u003e\u003cb\u003e227\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eCancer-Related Fatigue 228\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eRecognizing cancer-related fatigue 228\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eManaging cancer-related fatigue 229\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eDealing with Hair Loss 230\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eCaring for your hair when it begins to grow back 231\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eTalking with your healthcare team about hair loss 231\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eAddressing Skin Changes 232\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eUnderstanding discoloration and hyperpigmentation 232\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eExperiencing Numbness and Tingling: Peripheral Neuropathy 233\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eBeing at increased risk for peripheral neuropathy 234\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eKnowing the symptoms of peripheral neuropathy 234\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eReducing the effects of neuropathy from chemotherapy 235\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eRelieving constipation induced by neuropathy 236\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eChecking out medications and treatments prescribed for neuropathy 237\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eCoping with Lymphedema 238\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eKnowing the symptoms of lymphedema 239\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eTreatment for lymphedema 239\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eTaking preventative measures 240\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eResources for lymphedema management 241\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eChanging Tastes and Smells 242\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eCountering Changes in Appetite 243\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eDealing with weight gain 245\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eManaging weight gain 246\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eDealing with Diarrhea 247\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eChapter 17: Cancer Treatment, Fertility, and Sexuality \u003c\/b\u003e\u003cb\u003e249\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eInfertility and Breast Cancer 250\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eGeneral causes of infertility 250\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eFertility and cancer treatment 251\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003ePermanent infertility 253\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eTemporary infertility 253\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eEarly menopause 254\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eHow to help preserve your fertility 254\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eTissue banking and fertility preservation 255\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eAlternative complementary and alternative medicine fertility treatments 256\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eGood clinical care practice for infertility 257\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eThe BETTER model approach 257\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eThe emotional side of fertility issues 258\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003ePregnancy and cancer 258\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eSexuality and Breast Cancer 259\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003ePhysical effects of cancer treatment on sexuality 259\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eSexuality and intimacy 262\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eSex after cancer 263\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eDating after cancer 265\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eChapter 18: Making Healthy Lifestyle Changes \u003c\/b\u003e\u003cb\u003e267\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eHealthy Lifestyle Changes to Lose Weight 268\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eHealthy Lifestyle Changes for Anxiety and Depression 269\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eExercise 269\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eQuitting Bad Habits Like Smoking, Drinking, and Drug Abuse 272\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eQuitting smoking 272\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eLimiting or avoiding alcohol 274\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eTreatment for alcoholism 275\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eOvercoming drug abuse 276\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eMaintaining Good Nutrition and Diet 277\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eFoods that can increase or lower estrogen 278\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eCooking and food preparation 279\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eWeight Control and Activity 280\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eConcrete steps to take toward healthier lifestyle changes 281\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eQuick meals to make for healthy living 282\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eGeneral Health Guidelines for Optimal Health 283\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003ePart 5: The Part of Tens \u003c\/b\u003e\u003cb\u003e285\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eChapter 19: Ten Inspiring Breast Cancer Survivors \u003c\/b\u003e\u003cb\u003e287\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eHelen Hosein-Mulloon 288\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eLinda Doyle 290\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eFelicia Smith 292\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eKelly M 293\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eJoy Walker 295\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eAbbie Savadera 296\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eRhonda M Smith 297\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eRosa Amelia Tena-Krapes 298\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eLinda Butzner 299\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eAlice Loh 300\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eChapter 20: Ten Ways Family and Friends Can Help You\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cb\u003e 303\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eLearn to Listen 303\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eBe Your Advocate and Note Taker 304\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eKeep It Lighthearted 304\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eDistract You with a Surprise 305\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eHelp You Understand That You Need Help 305\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eLeave a Message after the Tone 305\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eAsk You Before Bringing Food 306\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eBuy You Groceries Instead of Bringing Prepared Foods 306\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eHelp Make Life Normal for Your Kids 306\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eDon’t Forget You 306\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eChapter 21: (At Least) Ten Ways Life Can Be Better After Cancer\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cb\u003e 307\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eAdopting an Attitude of Gratitude 308\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eEnjoying the Moment 308\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eKnowing Why You Deserve Happiness 308\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eLearning about Your Health 309\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eLearning to Pick Your Battles 310\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eLearning to Be in the Here and Now 311\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eEngaging in Positive Self-Talk and Conversations 311\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eManaging Physical Changes 312\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eAchieving Self-Acceptance and the New You 313\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eFollowing a Cancer Survivorship Plan 314\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eScreening for Breast Cancer and Wellness 315\u003c\/p\u003e 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