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Dr. Susan Love's Breast Book has been considered the bible of breast-care books since it appeared in 1990. In 1995, Love completely updated the book in a 600-page second edition, including new biopsy and screening methods, implants, the pros and cons of hormone therapy, new discoveries in breast-cancer treatment, and many other topics. Every chapter has been rewritten, with the exception of the anatomy chapter ("The breast, I'm glad to report, is still located on the chest!"). Love presents copious medical information in a simple, welcoming style, and plentiful illustrations make the information even clearer. About two-thirds of the book deals with breast cancer: risk factors, prevention, screening, diagnosis, staging, emotions, treatment options, surgery, alternative treatments, clinical trials, and more. But the book isn't just about breast cancer. It's also about breast development, physiology, bras, nursing, sexuality--if it has to do with breasts, Love discusses it. Love also debunks breast myths: underwire bras do not cause cancer, neither do bruises or injuries; "fibrocystic disease" isn't really a disease. The book includes a wealth of resources: books, treatment centers, and organizations (but no Web sites--perhaps in the third edition?). --Joan Price
--This text refers to an out of print or unavailable edition of this title.
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This second edition of Love and Lindsey's comprehensive 1990 title has been so thoroughly revised that, Love notes, only the anatomy chapter remains untouched: "The breast, I'm glad to report, is still located on the chest!" New information includes that on mammography screening, the breast cancer gene, the metastatic phase of breast cancer, the connection between mind and body, prevention and the importance of political awareness and action. Also updated are discussions of every conceivable aspect of the breast: from its health and development to such common concerns as normal tissue lumpiness and breast feeding, to issues surrounding breast cancer-its screening, diagnosis, causes, treatment, prevention and the directions of current research. Hormone therapy, silicone implants, breast biopsy, lumpectomy, reconstruction and bone-marrow transplants are also explained. With Lindsey (Friends as Family), Love, who is director of the Comprehensive Breast Center, associate professor of clinical surgery at UCLA School of Medicine and co-founder of the National Breast Cancer Coalition, offers a highly readable book that educates, supports and encourages women to become their own advocates of breast health.
Copyright 1995 Reed Business Information, Inc. --This text refers to an out of print or unavailable edition of this title.
Copyright 1995 Reed Business Information, Inc. --This text refers to an out of print or unavailable edition of this title.
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2 of 2 people found the following review helpful
3.0 out of 5 stars
buy this book, but don't read it after dark,
By Jess (Oakland, CA) - See all my reviews
This review is from: Dr. Susan Love's Breast Book: 3rd Edition (Paperback)
I bought this book when my partner was diagnosed with breast cancer a year ago at age 32. We have both relied on it as a source of information throughout her treatment, and it has served that purpose well-- it is very complete and up-to-date. This book is often referred to as a "bible" for women with breast cancer, and I can see why. However, we both found this book profoundly frightening in a way that we did not find other breast cancer books-- even ones that cover similar material. I think this may be because, unlike the authors of most breast cancer books, Dr. Love has not had cancer herself. As compassionate as she may be in person, her tone as a writer is sometimes cavalier. I am sure that as an MD she has had to distance herself in order to treat women with breast cancer, and unfortunately this distance comes through in her book. At first I thought that my reaction to her writing and her statistics was just because the diagnosis was so new and frightening-- but it's still true now, a year later. This is a fabulous resource-- probably the best-- but don't read it alone, or when you're feeling particularly scared or pessimistic.
2 of 3 people found the following review helpful
1.0 out of 5 stars
Having cancer scared me enough - I didn't need to read this!,
By A Customer
This review is from: Dr. Susan Love's Breast Book: 3rd Edition (Paperback)
A cancer diagnosis is scary enough without reading about all the complications & negative scenarios you never dreamed of until reading this book,. The medical information is on track but quite outdated. If you want to uderstand the anatomy of the disease or the surgical techniques somentimes used - ok. But if you want & need an encouraging ally - don't pick this up. I am a medical professional who has survived 6 + years with this disease. What we need is hope, encouragement and reinfocement of the positives. This book give all the worst case scenarios & gives me a sense of panic/fear and profound sense of being unsettled each & every time I have picked it up. If you have breast cancer - find good doctors whom you trust for good, CURRENT medical advice, find upbeat people to support you through your difficult times, try to appreciate all the positives in your life & focus on recovery & being WELL. Stress is an important thing to avoid so please, read something fun instead. This book only added to my stress level. The worst part is I have a hard time throwing it away because it's the book you're "supposed" to have if you have cancer - it haunts me ...
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This review is from: Dr. Susan Love's Breast Book: 4th Edition (Paperback)
Very informative,the best book on this subect. the only one to buy.book was in perfect condition. very satisfied. Thanks.
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