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9780897936941 English 0897936949 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., The American Cancer Society's estimates for the number of colorectal cancer cases in the United States for 2013 are: 102,480 new cases of colon cancer 40,340 new cases of rectal cancerDid you know: 1 in 20 Americans are considered at risk for developing colorectal cancer during their lifetime Colorectal cancer is expected to be responsible for 50,830 deaths in 2013 Colorectal cancer is the 2nd leading cancer killer for both men and women in America, and the 4th most commonly diagnosed Although the majority of people diagnosed with colorectal cancer are over 50, it can strike people of any age, any race Men and women over the age of 50 are at equal risk of developing colorectal cancer There are now more than 1 million colorectal cancer survivors in the USColorectal cancer is preventable and treatable if caught in time, yet less than 40% of the population gets routinely screened for this disease. This is a disease no want wants to talk about or be tested for.POSITIVE OPTIONS FOR COLORECTAL CANCER, Second Edition, breaks that silence again and brings this disease to awareness. Written by one of the founding members of Advocates for Colorectal Education, (ACE,) this book contains updated information on everything you need to know about this disease. The author openly answers the questions most people would like to know but feel uncomfortable asking, and she goes a long way toward taking the fear of the unknown out of treatment for colorectal cancer. Three doctors from the Minnesota Colon and Rectal Foundation, and professional nurses have checked the medical information, and colorectal cancer survivors have added their personal stories to the book.The book is clearly written, focusing on practical considerations for the colorectal cancer patient. Each chapter conclusion is a list of patient suggestions and reminders. Chapter 3 contains a question and answer section from doctors about every aspect of this disease.The book includes information on prevention techniques warning signs screening tests including the latest information on virtual colonoscopy the truth behind myths and misinformation about colorectal cancer how to find and talk honestly with the right doctor the importance of a positive outlook and positive actions how to find support treatment options, including surgery, chemotherapy, radiation alternative methods of healing learning to live with an ostomy life after colorectal cancer resources for the colorectal cancer patientA New Table of Contents:1. Facing the Unknown2. Gathering Information3. Working with Medical Professionals4. Dealing with Your Feelings5. Making Decisions about Treatments6. Coping with Surgery7. The First Six Weeks After Surgery8. The Challenges of Chemotherapy9. Possible Complications After Treatment10. Lessons LearnedPOSITIVE OPTIONS FOR COLORECTAL CANCER, Second Edition, is part of the popular Hunter House Positive Options health book series., This guide to the warning signs, diagnosis and treatment of colorectal cancer will help patients and their families know what to expect and choose the best treatment options. If you or someone you care about has colorectal cancer your first need is reliable information-and here it is. If discovered early enough, minor colorectal malignancies can be eliminated easily. Yet the common symptoms may be so subtle that they go unnoticed and develop into something serious. This book, written by an author who has been a survivor of stage III colorectal cancer for more than 20 years, discusses, warning signs and how to find the right doctor, prevention techniques and alternative methods of healing, practical options for health and strength, the importance of a positive outlook, New information in this edition includes updates on treatments and medical advances, new advice from cancer survivors and tips on changes in hospital procedures and insurance. Written with detailed input from medical experts, Positive Options for Colorectal Cancer contains everything you need to know about colorectal cancer as you negotiate diagnosis, treatment, recovery and the years beyond. Book jacket., Written for the layperson, this book covers all the uncomfortable questions and answers about colorectal cancer, from prevention and warning signs to screening, diagnosis and treatment plans. This new edition includes the most up-to-date information for treating colorectal cancer.'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.
9780897936941 English 0897936949 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., The American Cancer Society's estimates for the number of colorectal cancer cases in the United States for 2013 are: 102,480 new cases of colon cancer 40,340 new cases of rectal cancerDid you know: 1 in 20 Americans are considered at risk for developing colorectal cancer during their lifetime Colorectal cancer is expected to be responsible for 50,830 deaths in 2013 Colorectal cancer is the 2nd leading cancer killer for both men and women in America, and the 4th most commonly diagnosed Although the majority of people diagnosed with colorectal cancer are over 50, it can strike people of any age, any race Men and women over the age of 50 are at equal risk of developing colorectal cancer There are now more than 1 million colorectal cancer survivors in the USColorectal cancer is preventable and treatable if caught in time, yet less than 40% of the population gets routinely screened for this disease. This is a disease no want wants to talk about or be tested for.POSITIVE OPTIONS FOR COLORECTAL CANCER, Second Edition, breaks that silence again and brings this disease to awareness. Written by one of the founding members of Advocates for Colorectal Education, (ACE,) this book contains updated information on everything you need to know about this disease. The author openly answers the questions most people would like to know but feel uncomfortable asking, and she goes a long way toward taking the fear of the unknown out of treatment for colorectal cancer. Three doctors from the Minnesota Colon and Rectal Foundation, and professional nurses have checked the medical information, and colorectal cancer survivors have added their personal stories to the book.The book is clearly written, focusing on practical considerations for the colorectal cancer patient. Each chapter conclusion is a list of patient suggestions and reminders. Chapter 3 contains a question and answer section from doctors about every aspect of this disease.The book includes information on prevention techniques warning signs screening tests including the latest information on virtual colonoscopy the truth behind myths and misinformation about colorectal cancer how to find and talk honestly with the right doctor the importance of a positive outlook and positive actions how to find support treatment options, including surgery, chemotherapy, radiation alternative methods of healing learning to live with an ostomy life after colorectal cancer resources for the colorectal cancer patientA New Table of Contents:1. Facing the Unknown2. Gathering Information3. Working with Medical Professionals4. Dealing with Your Feelings5. Making Decisions about Treatments6. Coping with Surgery7. The First Six Weeks After Surgery8. The Challenges of Chemotherapy9. Possible Complications After Treatment10. Lessons LearnedPOSITIVE OPTIONS FOR COLORECTAL CANCER, Second Edition, is part of the popular Hunter House Positive Options health book series., This guide to the warning signs, diagnosis and treatment of colorectal cancer will help patients and their families know what to expect and choose the best treatment options. If you or someone you care about has colorectal cancer your first need is reliable information-and here it is. If discovered early enough, minor colorectal malignancies can be eliminated easily. Yet the common symptoms may be so subtle that they go unnoticed and develop into something serious. This book, written by an author who has been a survivor of stage III colorectal cancer for more than 20 years, discusses, warning signs and how to find the right doctor, prevention techniques and alternative methods of healing, practical options for health and strength, the importance of a positive outlook, New information in this edition includes updates on treatments and medical advances, new advice from cancer survivors and tips on changes in hospital procedures and insurance. Written with detailed input from medical experts, Positive Options for Colorectal Cancer contains everything you need to know about colorectal cancer as you negotiate diagnosis, treatment, recovery and the years beyond. Book jacket., Written for the layperson, this book covers all the uncomfortable questions and answers about colorectal cancer, from prevention and warning signs to screening, diagnosis and treatment plans. This new edition includes the most up-to-date information for treating colorectal cancer.'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.