Cancer Is a Word, Not a Sentence : A Step-by-Step Practical Guide to Cancer and Cancer Treatment - Softcover

Softcover

ISBN 10: 1552636992 ISBN 13: 9781552636992

Inhaltsangabe

In this new approach to helping a person (and family) with cancer, renowned medical oncologist Dr. Robert Buckman takes a step-by-step look at coping with a diagnosis and moving forward with life.Cancer Is a Word, Not a Sentence is not a dry compilation of cancer facts and biology. Instead, it is a guide for use in the real world. It shows the reader what the diagnosis means, what the tests are all about, how to weigh the benefits and risks of various treatment options, and how to cope with side-effects, uncertainties and emotional ups and downs. Additional topics include: Why clinical trials are worth considering How to talk about cancer with family and friends How to talk to your medical team How to maintain quality of life Where to get more helpCompleting the book will be a glossary of terms and a comprehensive list of organizations, websites and resources. Cancer Is a Word, Not a Sentence is sure to become an indispensable guide for cancer patients and their families

Details zur Ausgabe

• Erscheinungsdatum: 1740
• Sprache: Englisch
• ISBN 10: 1552636992
• ISBN 13: 9781552636992
• Einband: Taschenbuch
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