Approximately 200,000 women are diagnosed with breast cancer annually. Approximately 44% of these women will chose treating the cancer with a lumpectomy followed by radiation therapy. This new book helps the reader understand such topics as how a lumpectomy is performed, what to expect from radiation treatment, finding the emotional support needed during this time, exercise, nutrition, and prevention of lymphedema.
Revised 2010
Small Press Bestseller 2005
--Library Journal
Newly updated edition available now.
