Comprising the expertise of numerous specialists, this exhaustive study
of breast cancer is an excellent source of information for those
struggling with the disease, as well as an invaluable guide for family
members helping a loved one through the diagnosis, treatment, and
recovery process. The Mayo Clinic experts provide everything from a
basic understanding of cancer, to preventative measures, screening
technologies, biopsy methods, a guide to processing the emotions that
accompany a diagnosis, current and prospective treatment options, life
after cancer, and much more all in technical yet accessible language.
Interspersed throughout are helpful diagrams (one, for example, shows
the difference between invasive and noninvasive cancers) and personal
testimonials that highlight the many faces and possible courses of
breast cancer. The closing chapters discuss additional topics that will
interest patients and their families, such as handling the mental toll
and anxiety of cancer, dealing with the side effects of treatments, and
complementary medical therapies and their efficacies. Highly recommended
for anyone involved in the fight against breast cancer patients,
doctors, family members, and researchers included. Illus. (Oct.)
Copyright 2012 Reed Business Information. -- Publishers Weekly
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