Canadian Guide to Prostate Cancer - Softcover

Jamnicky, Leah; Nam, Robert

Softcover

ISBN 10: 1118362837 ISBN 13: 9781118362839

Verlag: John Wiley & Sons Inc, 2012

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The men's guide to prostate cancer, backed by the experts at Prostate Cancer Canada Prostate cancer is affecting more and more Canadian men each year, and this guide, endorsed by Prostate Cancer Canada, gives readers everything they need to fully understand issues related to prostate health. The only all-in-one guide to focus on the Canadian medical system, The Canadian Guide to Prostate Cancer, Second Edition is fully updated to cover the latest medical research on diet and lifestyle, prevention, early detection, diagnosis, step-by-step treatment options in Canada (including alternatives to surgery and issues specific to gay men), and much more. Surgery for prostate cancer is never a simple decision, and this book is designed to help men make more informed choices about prostate health, including explaining alternative treatments and risks, making it the first choice for all Canadian men looking for a totally comprehensive resource on prostate health. Explains prostate health issues, including treatments, facing Canadian men today Covers alternatives to surgery Endorsed by Prostate Cancer Canada Comprehensive and reliable, The Canadian Guide to Prostate Cancer, Second Edition gives Canadian men and their families everything they need to conquer prostate cancer and continue living happy, active lives.

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If you are facing prostate cancer, The Canadian Guide to Prostate Cancer will help you make informed treatment decisions and feel in control of what happens next. Here you will find detailed, accurate and up-to-date information explaining what prostate cancer is, how it's diagnosed and treated and how you can help yourself in your recovery.

This compassionate resource, written by experts in their fields, includes a comprehensive guide to the pros and cons of all treatments, including alternative options such as drug therapy. Surgery for both benign prostate enlargement and prostate cancer are covered in step-by-step detail, with illustrations fully explaining each procedure.

You will also find thorough coverage of everything you need to know about sex after prostate cancer in clear, unambiguous language. A dedicated chapter offers Canadian gay men information on prostate cancer tailored to their needs. The guide also suggests an exercise plan that will help expedite your recovery and minimize treatment-related side effects.

Through The Canadian Guide to Prostate Cancer, you can become an active participant in managing your disease and regaining your long-term well-being.

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• Verlag: John Wiley & Sons Inc
• Erscheinungsdatum: 2012
• ISBN 10: 1118362837
• ISBN 13: 9781118362839
• Einband: Tapa blanda
• Auflage: 2
• Anzahl der Seiten: 256
• Herausgeber: Leask Helen