Bibliograph

Positive options for colorectal cancer, self-help and treatment, Carol Ann Larson

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Positive options for colorectal cancer, self-help and treatment, Carol Ann Larson

Language

eng

Bibliography note

Includes bibliographical references and index

Illustrations

illustrations

Index

index present

Literary Form

non fiction

Main title

Positive options for colorectal cancer

Nature of contents

bibliography

Oclc number

843857750

Responsibility statement

Carol Ann Larson

Series statement

Positive options for health searies

Sub title

self-help and treatment

Summary

"Positive Options for Colorectal Cancer offers readers everything they need to know about understanding and dealing with colorectal cancer. It presents detailed information in a clear and concise manner from a well-known advocate and author who is a personal survivor of Stage III colorectal cancer for more than 20 years. Chapters present information on prevention techniques, warning signs, and screening tests including the latest on virtual colonoscopy and how to find and talk honestly with the right doctor. It offers tips on treatment options including surgery, chemotherapy, radiation in addition to advice for life after colorectal cancer and how to find support and resources for the colorectal cancer patient"--, Provided by publisher

Table Of Contents

Facing the unknown -- Gathering information -- Working with medical professionals to develop a health plan -- Dealing with your feelings -- Coping with surgery : plain talk about a complicated subject -- The first six weeks after surgery -- The challenges of chemotherapy -- Possible complications after treatment -- Lessons learned from surviving cancer

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