{"product_id":"prostate-cancer-expert-advice-for-helping-your-loved-one-9781421446004","title":"Prostate Cancer: Expert Advice for Helping Your Loved One","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cblockquote\u003eProstate Cancer is a comprehensive guide for those newly diagnosed with prostate cancer, their partners, and caregivers, providing extensive details about diagnosis, treatments, and tips for thriving. Written in accessible language and backed by the latest scientific research, it covers symptoms, diagnosis, testing, treatment options, practical tools, side effects management, emotional challenges, healthy living, and insurance issues. \u003c\/blockquote\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFormat\u003c\/strong\u003e: Paperback \/ softback\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eLength\u003c\/strong\u003e: 296 pages\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePublication date\u003c\/strong\u003e: 23 May 2023\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePublisher\u003c\/strong\u003e: Johns Hopkins University Press\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003eProstate cancer, the second leading cause of cancer death among men in the United States, affects over a quarter of a million individuals each year. While most men with prostate cancer navigate their journey from diagnosis through treatment and beyond with the support of partners and family members, there are limited resources available to address the unique needs of both those with cancer and their loved ones. Written in accessible language and backed by the latest scientific research, \"Prostate Cancer: A Guide for Newly Diagnosed Individuals and Their Partners and Caregivers\" aims to fill this gap.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe book covers a comprehensive range of topics, including:\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eSymptoms, Diagnosis, and Testing: Provides an overview of common symptoms associated with prostate cancer, as well as the diagnostic processes used to confirm a diagnosis.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eTreatment Options: Discusses the various treatment options available for prostate cancer, including surgery, radiation therapy, chemotherapy, and hormone therapy.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003ePractical Tools for Partners: Offers practical tips and strategies partners can use to assist their loved ones during the cancer journey, such as managing side effects, providing emotional support, and navigating insurance issues.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eAdvice on Managing Side Effects: Discusses the common side effects of treatment, such as incontinence and sexual problems, and provides advice on how to manage these challenges.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eCoping with Emotional Challenges: Offers insights and strategies for coping with the emotional challenges associated with cancer, including stress, anxiety, and depression.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eRecommendations for Healthy Living: Provides recommendations for maintaining a healthy lifestyle, including diet, exercise, and mindfulness, to support overall well-being during and after treatment.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eInsights into Insurance Issues: Discusses insurance coverage and reimbursement for prostate cancer treatment, as well as potential financial concerns and resources available to assist patients.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eWith three leading experts in urology, surgery, and psychiatry as its coauthors, \"Prostate Cancer: A Guide for Newly Diagnosed Individuals and Their Partners and Caregivers\" offers comprehensive and authoritative information to better understand the disease, communicate with health care providers, and support yourself and your loved one through treatment and survivorship.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThis book is a valuable resource for anyone facing a prostate cancer diagnosis, as well as their partners and caregivers. It provides a roadmap for navigating the complex healthcare system, managing treatment side health, and fostering emotional well-being during this challenging time. By providing a comprehensive and user-friendly guide, this book aims to empower individuals with prostate cancer and their loved ones to make informed decisions and take proactive steps towards a better quality of life.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWeight\u003c\/strong\u003e: 476g\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDimension\u003c\/strong\u003e: 229 x 152 x 18 (mm)\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eISBN-13\u003c\/strong\u003e: 9781421446004\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Neil H. Baum,David Mobley,Richard G. Key","offers":[{"title":"Paperback \/ softback","offer_id":44397513900282,"sku":"9781421446004","price":13.84,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0522\/4297\/2845\/products\/1690553736915_book.jpg?v=1690563001","url":"https:\/\/shulphink.com\/products\/prostate-cancer-expert-advice-for-helping-your-loved-one-9781421446004","provider":"Shulph Ink","version":"1.0","type":"link"}