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<p>About the author vii</p> <p>Acknowledgements ix</p> <p>1 Introduction 1</p> <p>2 What is breast cancer? 3</p> <p>3 Who gets it? What are the risk factors? 9</p> <p>4 Symptoms and diagnosis 19</p> <p>5 Psychological impact – coming to terms with breast cancer 29</p> <p>6 The role of family, friends and health professionals 41</p> <p>7 What are the treatment options? 49</p> <p>8 Surgery 59</p> <p>9 Breast reconstruction or prosthesis? 71</p> <p>10 Radiotherapy 77</p> <p>11 Chemotherapy 85</p> <p>12 Hormonal therapies and immunotherapy 97</p> <p>13 Breast cancer, pregnancy and fertility 103</p> <p>14 How does it feel to live with breast cancer? 109</p> <p>15 Complementary therapies, holistic practice and diet 115</p> <p>16 Frequently asked questions 125</p> <p>Glossary 129</p> <p>Useful addresses and contacts 133</p> <p>References 139</p> <p>Index 141</p>

"This [book] feels fresh and up to date. I would definitely recommend it." (<i>Macmillan Cancer Support</i>, 2008/2009) <p>"Despite a plethora of breast cancer books, this one feels fresh and up-to-date. I would definitely recommend it." (<i>MacMillan Cancer Care Directory</i>, 2007/2008)</p> <p>"...buy this book if you are concerned...all you need to know presented clearly and without jargon..." (<a href="http://www.family2000.org.uk/">www.family2000.org.uk</a>, 12/5/2004)</p> <p>"...brimful with up-to-the-minute facts...well researched...certainly a book that practitioners can recommend..." (British Naturopathic Journal, v.21, 2004)</p> <p>"...language is accessible...placing emphasis on what is considered important for the reader..." (Nursing Standard, September 04)</p> <p>"…includes essential information and practical advice on coping with every aspect of breast cancer..." (A Directory of Information Materials For People With Cancer, No.5, 2004/2005)</p>

<b>Joy Ogden</b> 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. <p>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.</p> <p><i>Understanding Breast Cancer</i> includes essential information and practical advice on coping with every aspect of breast cancer, including:</p> <ul> <li>The treatment options available.</li> <li>Coming to terms with the psychological impact.</li> <li>Breast reconstruction and prostheses.</li> <li>Complementary therapies and diet.</li> <li>Breast cancer, pregnancy and fertility.</li> </ul> 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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