Breast cancer basics and beyond: treatments, resources, self-help, good news, updates

• RC 61574
  Delthia Ricks
  A medical reporter at Newsday describes breast cancer therapies including radiation, chemotherapy, and hormone treatment. Discusses diagnosis, risks, recurrence, research, and clinical trials. Includes first-person accounts from patients, caregivers, and others and provides pointers and resources for gathering more information. 2005.

Living through breast cancer: what a Harvard doctor and survivor wants you to know about getting the best care while preserving your self-image

• RC 60811
  Carolyn M. Kaelin with Francesca Coltrera
  Addresses medical and emotional aspects of coping with breast cancer. Covers understanding your diagnosis, treatment options with surgery and/or drugs, maintaining your physical appearance, and managing menopause. Provides guidance on after-treatment issues, fertility, diet and exercise, and resources. 2005.

Breast cancer husband: how to help your wife (and yourself) through diagnosis, treatment, and beyond

• RC 59377
  Marc Silver
  Crash course for men on the best ways to support a wife through the ordeal of breast cancer. Part medical guide and part practical advice on caring for and understanding cancer treatment and its effects. Includes candid discussion of emotional, physical, and sexual reactions and coping options. 2004.

I’m too young to have breast cancer! Stories of survival from sixteen women forty and younger : regain control of your life, career, family, sexuality, and faith

• RC 60099
  Beth Leibson-Hawkins
  Breast cancer survivors under the age of forty offer advice on coping with daily issues that confront young women diagnosed with the disease. Sixteen voices volunteer information on work, family and sexual relationships, future pregnancies, support groups, and spirituality. 2004.

The breast reconstruction guidebook : issues and answers from research to recovery

• RC 57339
  Kathy Steligo
  Breast-cancer survivor describes mastectomy and available options in breast reconstruction as well as the details of each procedure. Includes information on finding the right doctor, navigating the insurance maze, recovering from surgery, and dealing with lifestyle changes. 2003.

Take charge of your breast cancer: a guide to getting the best possible treatment

• RC 57296
  John S. Link
  In this companion to The Breast Cancer Survival Manual (RC 47548), an oncologist encourages women to learn about their condition and participate in treatment decisions. Explains the development and variations of the disease, the risks and benefits of different therapies, and the importance of open communication with one’s physicians. 2002.

Assess your true risk of breast cancer

• RC 51819
  Patricia T. Kelly
  A medical geneticist provides tools and information to help women assess breast cancer risks, explains how to plan a breast health-care program, and discusses the emotional impact of the topic. Covers genetic testing, benign breast disease, heredity factors, understanding statistics, and navigating the medical system. 2000.
  

Breast cancer

• RC 52346
  Janet Majure
  Discusses the symptoms, causes, treatments, and prevention of breast cancer. Also presents a history of the disease and ongoing research while stressing the importance of self-examination and early detection. For senior high and older readers. 2000.
  

Dr. Susan Love’s breast book

• RC 52036
  Susan M. Love, with Karen Lindsey
  Revised edition of RC 36430 discusses breast anatomy, variations in development, and common problems such as infections and lumpiness. The surgeon also discusses diagnostic tools, prediction and prevention of cancer (including the author’s research on ductal lavage), treatment, and living with breast cancer. 2000.