{"product_id":"understanding-breast-cancer-isbn-9780470854358","title":"Understanding Breast Cancer","description":"Two decades ago, a diagnosis of breast cancer meant only one thing: mastectomy. A revolution in treatment has given those now afflicted a choice of treatment options far beyond this draconian cure-all. Written by a noted health journalist and former patient, Understanding Breast Cancer offers reliable, up-to-date information on today's most effective treatments. With insights and advice from breast cancer patients who experienced different diagnoses and levels of treatment, Joy Ogden candidly shows how an informed and proactive approach can turn a cancer patient into one of a legion of cancer survivors. \u003cp\u003eAbout the author vii\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eAcknowledgements ix\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e1 Introduction 1\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e2 What is breast cancer? 3\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e3 Who gets it? What are the risk factors? 9\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e4 Symptoms and diagnosis 19\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e5 Psychological impact – coming to terms with breast cancer 29\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e6 The role of family, friends and health professionals 41\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e7 What are the treatment options? 49\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e8 Surgery 59\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e9 Breast reconstruction or prosthesis? 71\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e10 Radiotherapy 77\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e11 Chemotherapy 85\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e12 Hormonal therapies and immunotherapy 97\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e13 Breast cancer, pregnancy and fertility 103\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e14 How does it feel to live with breast cancer? 109\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e15 Complementary therapies, holistic practice and diet 115\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e16 Frequently asked questions 125\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eGlossary 129\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eUseful addresses and contacts 133\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eReferences 139\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eIndex 141\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\"This [book] feels fresh and up to date. I would definitely recommend it.\" (\u003ci\u003eMacmillan Cancer Support\u003c\/i\u003e, 2008\/2009)\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\"Despite a plethora of breast cancer books, this one feels fresh and up-to-date. I would definitely recommend it.\" (\u003ci\u003eMacMillan Cancer Care Directory\u003c\/i\u003e, 2007\/2008)\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\"...buy this book if you are concerned...all you need to know presented clearly and without jargon...\" (www.family2000.org.uk, 12\/5\/2004)\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\"...brimful with up-to-the-minute facts...well researched...certainly a book that practitioners can recommend...\" (\u003ci\u003eBritish Naturopathic Journal,\u003c\/i\u003e v.21, 2004)\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\"...language is accessible...placing emphasis on what is considered important for the reader...\" (\u003ci\u003eNursing Standard,\u003c\/i\u003e September 04)\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\"...includes essential information and practical advice on coping with every aspect of breast cancer...\" (\u003ci\u003eA Directory of Information Materials For People With Cancer,\u003c\/i\u003e No.5, 2004\/2005)\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cb\u003eJoy Ogden\u003c\/b\u003e is a health journalist who use her own encounter with breast cancer to answer the questions of others in a similar situation. She talks to many such women, and men, about their experiences of diagnosis and treatment, and includes their stories here.  Learning that you have breast cancer is a shocking experience.  \u003cp\u003eNot 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.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003ci\u003eUnderstanding Breast Cancer\u003c\/i\u003e includes essential information and practical advice on coping with every aspect of breast cancer, including:\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cul\u003e \u003cli\u003eThe treatment options available.\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eComing to terms with the psychological impact.\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eBreast reconstruction and prostheses.\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eComplementary therapies and diet.\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eBreast cancer, pregnancy and fertility.\u003c\/li\u003e \u003c\/ul\u003e Joy Ogden is a health journalist who uses her own encounter with breast cancer to answer the questions of others in a similar situation. 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