THE BREAST CANCER CARE BOOK: A Survival Guide for Patients and Loved Ones

Knox, an experienced surgeon specializing in breast cancer, offers this sensible, matter-of-fact guide to care management for the recently diagnosed. Part one outlines the shock of the diagnosis, using many real-life case studies; carefully describes various methods of testing for breast cancer and shows readers how to assemble a team of doctors, friends and family members to help them through their treatment. (Throughout the book, sidebars suggest ways loved ones can be helpful without being intrusive or offering platitudes.) This section also features a chapter on trusting in "the great physician" and rejoicing in God despite physical circumstances. Part two highlights medical choices, including surgery, chemotherapy, radiation and hormone blocker therapy. The final section underscores the patient's complex emotions and relationships with family members. (June)