| Description |
xxiii, 264 pages ; 23 cm |
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regular print |
| Contents |
Part I: The Purpose of Radiation Treatment and Chemotherapy -- 1. The Basics of Radiation Therapy and Chemotherapy -- 2. Side Effects of Radiation and Chemotherapy -- 3. Diet, Lifestyle, and Emotional Concerns -- Part II: Cancer Treatment: Radiation Therapy and Chemotherapy -- 4. Cancers Most Commonly Treated with Radiation and Chemotherapy -- 5. If Cancer Has Spread -- 6. More Treatments for Cancer -- 7. Treating Pain -- Part III Other issues in cancer treatment -- 8. Diagnostic Testing -- 9. Frequently Asked Questions about Cancer and Treatment |
| Summary |
Offers guidance about diet and lifestyle adjustments that will ease any discomfort. You will learn about the most current pain management techniques, drugs, surgical procedures, and advances in radiotherapeutic technology. Also explains in clear detail: the latest advances in diagnostic radiology, including PET scanning; the vital role of pain management, including dietary changes and medication, to ease the side effects of treatment; how to form questions to ask your team of doctors; a frequently-asked questions section; the value of support groups and counseling |
| Notes |
Includes index |
| Bibliography |
Bibliography |
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Webliography |
| Subject |
Cancer -- Chemotherapy.
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Cancer -- Radiotherapy.
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Cancer -- Chemotherapy -- Popular works.
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Cancer -- Radiotherapy -- Popular works.
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Neoplasms -- radiotherapy.
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Neoplasms -- drug therapy.
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Antineoplastic Agents -- therapeutic use.
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| Genre/Form |
Popular works.
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Popular Work.
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| Author |
Cukier, Daniel.
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| LC no. |
2004017956 |
| ISBN |
0071444726 book alkaline paper |
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