Understanding breast cancer /
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| Format: | eBook |
| Language: | English |
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Hoboken, N.J. :
J. Wiley,
2004.
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| Series: | Understanding illness & health.
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| Online Access: | Connect to the full text of this electronic book |
Table of Contents:
- What is cancer?
- Who gets it? What are the risk factors?
- Symptoms and diagnosis
- Psychological impact - coming to terms with breast cancer
- The role of family, friends and health professionals
- Treatment options
- Surgery
- Breast reconstruction or prosthesis?
- Radiotherapy
- Chemotherapy
- Hormonal and biological therapies
- Breast cancer, pregnancy and fertility
- How does it feel to live with breast cancer?
- Complementary therapies, holistic practice and diet
- Frequently asked questions.