Understanding Breast Cancer

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.

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Learning that you have breast cancer is a shocking experience.

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 and diet.
- Breast cancer, pregnancy and fertility.

Joy Ogden is a health journalist who uses 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.

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