Breast cancer is the most common form of cancer in women and rarely also arises in men. The UK is near the top of the international league of countries with a high rate of the disease. The roles of HRT and the contraceptive pill s well as the value of breast self examination and screening are the subjects of renewed debate.
This book summarises the most up to date information on breast cancer treatment and is primarily aimed at someone newly diagnosed with the condition, or their carer or relative. It should place the reader in command of the essential information they need to be fully engaged in treatment decisions, and to be confident they are receiving the best treatment.
-Breast structure and function
-How breast cancer starts
-Assessment of breast cancer
-Treatments
-Dealing with a mastectomy
-Male breast cancer
-Living with breast cancer
-Advanced breast cancer
-Preventing breast cancer
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