Download or read book A Guide to Survivorship for Women Who Have Ovarian Cancer written by Robert E. Bristow and published by JHU Press. This book was released on 2015-10-30 with total page 387 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: The comprehensive guide for women who are living with ovarian cancer. This updated and expanded second edition offers a wealth of information to ease the physical and emotional suffering of women who have ovarian cancer. The expert authors include highly respected and experienced oncologists, gynecologic oncology nurse specialists, researchers, and ovarian cancer survivors. Throughout the book they emphasize the concepts of survivorship, or living life well in the face of daunting uncertainties, and self-determination: the right of each patient to be informed, involved, and in control of her care. Detailed information on diagnosis and treatment, including surgery, chemotherapy, radiation, pain management, and integrative medicine, constitutes a key feature of the book. Also covered in depth are image recovery, nutrition, pain control, and genetic testing. Women who have ovarian cancer share advice on coping with the life-changing disease and its treatments. Offering candor, compassion, and hope, this remarkable book explains how to add quality to your life and take care of medical and social needs while living with ovarian cancer.
Download or read book A Guide to Survivorship for Women with Ovarian Cancer written by F. J. Montz and published by JHU Press. This book was released on 2005-03-14 with total page 225 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Offers women with ovarian cancer support and resources to help them deal with the physical and emotional impact of their disease.
Download or read book A Guide to Survivorship for Women with Ovarian Cancer written by Fredrick J. Montz and published by . This book was released on 2005 with total page 209 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:
Download or read book A Guide to Survivorship for Women Who Have Ovarian Cancer written by Robert E. Bristow and published by JHU Press. This book was released on 2015-10-30 with total page 313 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Covers detailed information on diagnosis and treatment of ovarian cancer, including surgery, chemotherapy, and radiation treatment. Information on genetic testing, nutrition, pain control, and dealing with loss are covered also. Personal testimonials are included as well.
Download or read book 100 Questions Answers for Women Living with Cancer A Practical Guide for Survivorship written by Michael L. Krychman and published by Jones & Bartlett Publishers. This book was released on 2007-01-02 with total page 273 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: There are approximately ten million people living with cancer, and more than half of them are women. Whether you're a newly diagnosed woman with cancer, a survivor, or a friend or relative of someone with cancer, this book offers help. The only text to provide both the patient’s and doctor’s views, this invaluable resource provides up-to-date, authoritative, practical answers to the most common questions asked by women with cancer and survivors, whether active or remissive.
Download or read book Memoir of a Debulked Woman Enduring Ovarian Cancer written by Susan Gubar and published by W. W. Norton & Company. This book was released on 2012-04-30 with total page 264 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: A 2012 New York Times Book Review Notable Book "Staggering, searing…Ms. Gubar deserves the highest admiration for her bravery and honesty." —New York Times Diagnosed with ovarian cancer in 2008, Susan Gubar underwent radical debulking surgery, an attempt to excise the cancer by removing part or all of many organs in the lower abdomen. Her memoir mines the deepest levels of anguish and devotion as she struggles to come to terms with her body’s betrayal and the frightful protocols of contemporary medicine. She finds solace in the abiding love of her husband, children, and friends while she searches for understanding in works of literature, visual art, and the testimonies of others who suffer with various forms of cancer. Ovarian cancer remains an incurable disease for most of those diagnosed, even those lucky enough to find caring and skilled physicians. Memoir of a Debulked Woman is both a polemic against the ineffectual and injurious medical responses to which thousands of women are subjected and a meditation on the gifts of companionship, art, and literature that sustain people in need.
Download or read book Ovarian Cancers written by National Academies of Sciences, Engineering, and Medicine and published by National Academies Press. This book was released on 2016-04-25 with total page 397 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: In an era of promising advances in cancer research, there are considerable and even alarming gaps in the fundamental knowledge and understanding of ovarian cancer. Researchers now know that ovarian cancer is not a single disease-several distinct subtypes exist with different origins, risk factors, genetic mutations, biological behaviors, and prognoses. However, persistent questions have impeded progress toward improving the prevention, early detection, treatment, and management of ovarian cancers. Failure to significantly improve morbidity and mortality during the past several decades is likely due to several factors, including the lack of research being performed by specific disease subtype, lack of definitive knowledge of the cell of origin and disease progression, and incomplete understanding of genetic and non-genetic risk factors. Ovarian Cancers examines the state of the science in ovarian cancer research, identifies key gaps in the evidence base and the challenges to addressing those gaps, considers opportunities for advancing ovarian cancer research, and examines avenues for translation and dissemination of new findings and communication of new information to patients and others. This study makes recommendations for public- and private-sector efforts that could facilitate progress in reducing the incidence of morbidity and mortality from ovarian cancers.
Download or read book Everyone s Guide to Cancer Survivorship written by Ernest Rosenbaum and published by Andrews McMeel Publishing. This book was released on 2011-10-01 with total page 371 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: This book was written both for survivors and health professionals, some of whom are cancer survivors, too. Our goal is to provide you with a survivor's road map. --Dr. Ernest H. Rosenbaum * More than 30 medical professionals reveal insights on surviving cancer to empower cancer survivors and their caregivers, as well as the doctors who manage their continued care. The CDC's National Action Plan for Cancer Survivorship estimates that there are 9.6 million persons living following a cancer diagnosis. And this number is strictly related to patients. It does not include family members, friends, or caregivers. For anyone approaching life from the perspective of remission, respected oncologist Dr. Ernest Rosenbaum leads a team of 34 oncology specialists and medical contributors--some of whom are both doctors and survivors themselves--in creating a guide specifically geared for cancer survivorship. The growing number of people approaching life post-cancer will find solace, understanding, and opportunity with information specifically geared to managing the lingering effects of cancer treatment, such as: * Lifestyle changes to improve health and longevity * What survivors need to know following anticancer therapy * How to manage the side effects of chemotherapy and radiation therapy * How to set goals for the future
Download or read book Ovarian Cancer written by Ethan D. and published by Shuttle Systems. This book was released on 2024-03-11 with total page 231 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: "Ovarian Cancer: A Comprehensive Resource for Patients and Families" is a vital guide for anyone impacted by ovarian cancer. This book provides a thorough exploration of the disease, offering clarity and support through each stage, from initial diagnosis to treatment and beyond.Understanding Ovarian CancerThe journey begins with an introduction to ovarian cancer, including its epidemiology, types, and stages. Gain an understanding of the ovaries' role in the female reproductive system and how cancer affects these vital organs.Recognizing Risk Factors and Early DetectionLearn about the genetic and environmental risk factors associated with ovarian cancer and the importance of early detection. This book covers the challenges of early detection, screening methods, and the critical role of diagnostic testing.Navigating Diagnosis and TreatmentDelve into the diagnostic process, including understanding pathology reports and the role of biopsy. Explore comprehensive treatment options, from surgery to chemotherapy, radiotherapy, and the latest in targeted therapy and immunotherapy.Managing Side Effects and ComplicationsUnderstand and manage the side effects and complications associated with treatment, including pain management and coping with emotional and physical stress.Nutrition and Lifestyle during TreatmentDiscover the importance of nutrition and lifestyle changes during treatment, with practical advice on diet, exercise, and lifestyle modifications for optimal health.Psychological Impact and SupportFind guidance on coping with the emotional and psychological impacts of ovarian cancer. Learn about the importance of psychological support, counseling, and the role of community and support groups.Recurrence and Long-term ManagementAddress the challenges of recurrence and long-term management of ovarian cancer, including strategies for monitoring, follow-up care, and understanding recurrence.Advances in ResearchStay informed about the latest advances in ovarian cancer research, emerging treatments, and the future direction of care and clinical trials.Special Considerations in CareGain insights into special considerations for ovarian cancer care, including issues relevant to young women, fertility, and menopausal management post-treatment.Advocacy and AwarenessUnderstand the importance of raising awareness and advocacy for ovarian cancer. Discover support networks and resources available to empower patients and families."Ovarian Cancer: A Comprehensive Resource for Patients and Families" is an indispensable tool, offering comfort, clarity, and hope to those navigating the complexities of ovarian cancer. It is a comprehensive guide that not only provides medical information but also addresses the emotional and practical aspects of coping with the disease.
Download or read book Johns Hopkins Patients Guide to Ovarian Cancer written by Ritu Salani and published by Jones & Bartlett Learning. This book was released on 2009 with total page 132 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: These concise, easy-to-follow how-to guides address ovarian cancer treatments and prostrate cancer treatments from start to finish. The texts navigate the overwhelming maze of treatment decisions, simplifies the complicated schedule that lies ahead, and provides valuable tools to help patients to put together a plan of care.
Download or read book Ovarian Cancer Journeys written by Ayala Miron and published by iUniverse. This book was released on 2004 with total page 90 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: "All of the research has reinforced that ovarian cancer is not a silent disease as was once thought and as is shown quite eloquently in this collection of stories.... The value of this collection of stories is that it helps raise awareness about symptoms, need for patient persistence, and the importance of being treated by a gynecologic oncologist." Barbara A. Goff, MD Professor and Co-Director, Division of Gynecologic Oncology University of Washington School of Medicine Women of ages 17 to 78 join to tell their true stories. Find out about the lessons they have learned along their ovarian cancer journeys; from symptoms to diagnosis, trough treatments, and survival. Ovarian cancer facts: Occurs in 1 out of 57 women 89% have symptoms at the early stages of the disease 75% are diagnosed in the late stages of the disease 90% do not have history of ovarian cancer in their family Early detection is critical and can improve survival rate to 90%
Download or read book Being Single with Cancer written by Tracy Maxwell and published by Demos Medical Publishing. This book was released on 2014-08-11 with total page 217 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: My Dance with Cancertells Tracy’s story of facing ovarian cancer as a thirty-something single woman from diagnosis through treatment and now “survivorship.” Tracy addresses the physical and emotional aspects of the disease, and highlights lessons she learned and shared through her blog, A Single Cell. Tracy speaks directly to the hopes and fears, insecurities and triumphs of a single person with cancer. She discusses the emotions and practicalities of dealing with a diagnosis, including getting support as a single person and what patients who are single need from those around them. She shares intimate stories of her experiences and looks at the roles of fear, friends, family, dating, traditional holidays and creating new ones based on her cancer experience. She looks at the lessons learned, setbacks, the importance of paying it forward, how people can protect themselves, states of mind and the role of gratitude. Tracy ends with a chapter on love, including the importance of loving herself, highlighting the journey she took to learn to love her self and trust her intuition. Tracy invites the reader to answer questions at the end of each chapter so they too, can learn life lessons from their experience.
Download or read book Handbook of Cancer Survivorship written by Michael Feuerstein and published by Springer. This book was released on 2018-10-31 with total page 419 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: This timely revision of the authoritative handbook gives a wide range of providers practical insights and strategies for treating cancer survivors’ long-term physical and mental health issues. Details of new and emerging trends in research and practice enhance readers’ awareness of cancer survivor problems so they may better detect, monitor, intervene in, and if possible prevent disturbing conditions and potentially harmful outcomes. Of particular emphasis in this model of care are recognizing each patient’s uniqueness within the survivor population and being a co-pilot as survivors navigate their self-management. New or updated chapters cover major challenges to survivors’ quality of life and options for service delivery across key life domains, including: Adaptation and coping post-treatment. Problems of aging in survivorship, disparities and financial hardship. Well-being concerns including physical activity, weight loss, nutrition, and smoking cessation. Core functional areas such as work, sleep, relationships, and cognition. Large-scale symptoms including pain, distress, and fatigue. Models of care including primary care and comprehensive cancer center. International perspectives PLUS, insights about lessons learned and challenges ahead. With survivorship and its care becoming an ever more important part of the clinical landscape, the Second Edition of the Handbook of Cancer Survivorship is an essential reference for oncologists, rehabilitation professionals, public health, health promotion and disease prevention specialists, and epidemiologists.
Download or read book A Cancer Survivor s Almanac written by National Coalition for Cancer Survivorship and published by Turner Publishing Company. This book was released on 2008-05-02 with total page 456 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: "I’m thrilled that this book is available to cancer survivors. I only wish I’d had a copy 10 years ago when I was diagnosed with breast cancer." —Jill Eikenberry, actor and breast cancer advocate "A valuable resource for survivors." —Peari Moore, RN, MN, FAAN, Executive Director, Oncology Nursing Society "A Cancer Survivor’s Almanac is a clearly written, sensitive, and sensible guide to surviving with cancer. This almanac can help you more comfortably and knowledgeably take charge of your life with cancer." —David Spiegel, MD, Professor of Psychiatry & Behavioral Sciences, Stanford University School of Medicine, and author, Living Beyond Limits (Ballantine, 1994) "This indispensible quide provides helpful information and much-needed support that will improve the quality of life for cancer survivors." —Richard Klausner, MD, Director, National Cancer Institute "From the time of its discovery and for the balance of life, an individual diagnosed with cancer is a survivor." —National Coalition for Cancer Survivorship Charter A Cancer Survivor’s Almanac: Charting Your Journey serves as a guide to help survivors, caregivers, families, and friends chart a survivorship journey. Written by the survivors and professionals who founded the cancer survivorship movement, A Cancer Survivor’s Almanac provides essential up-to-date, practical information on: The latest information in medical diagnosis, treatment, pain control, and long-term and late effects of cancer treatment Health insurance — how to find and keep it under the most current laws (including the federal health reform law which takes effect in 1997) Tips on how to find and work with the best doctors and hospitals Understanding the risks and benefits of unconventional treatments How to win the battle against job discrimination Clear answers to legal and financial questions How to cope with the personal and social impact of cancer Communicating with family and friends, including dealing with grief and loss The benefits of peer support, with tips on starting your own peer-support network Advocating for yourself and others In addition, an expanded Resource Section lists hundreds of organizations and agencies that offer help regarding specific cancer-related issues and explains how to find cancer information through the Internet. Cancer survivors and their caregivers, families, and friends share their greatest gifts to today’s survivors— the power of knowledge. No cancer journey is easy. This book, however, provides the information, understanding, support, and resources to help dispel the myths and improve the quality of life with, through, and beyond cancer. All royalties from the sales of this book benefit the National Coalition for Cancer Survivorship.
Download or read book 100 Questions and Answers about Life After Cancer written by Page Tolbert and published by Jones & Bartlett Learning. This book was released on 2007-10-22 with total page 188 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Providing views from both healthcare professionals and patients, "100 Questions & Answers about Life After Cancer" offers authoritative, practical answers and is an invaluable resource.
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Download or read book Survivor s Guide to Chemo written by Deborah Waun and published by Publishamerica Incorporated. This book was released on 2009 with total page 96 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: During her recovery from surgery and chemotherapy for ovarian cancer in August of 2007, Deborah Waun wrote this book as a form of therapy for herself and to help others going through similar situations.