American Cancer Society's Complete Guide to Colorectal Cancer - Softcover

American Cancer Society

Softcover

ISBN 10: 0944235557 ISBN 13: 9780944235553

Publisher: American Cancer Society, 2005

Synopsis

Don't die of embarrassment--get informed about colorectal cancer

Although colorectal cancer is the third most common cancer found in men and women, you may be unaware of your risk and don't know what you can do to prevent this serious disease. You may be too embarrassed to ask your doctor about changes in your bowel habits or get screened for colorectal cancer. American Cancer Society's Complete Guide to Colorectal Cancer provides sound information and support if you are concerned about or diagnosed with colorectal cancer.

Written by experts in oncology, nursing, research, and colorectal cancer care, the up-to-date, evidence-based text explores every aspect of colorectal cancer, from physical to emotional aspects of the disease, including:

• What colorectal cancer is, who gets it, and why
• Screening tests and how colorectal cancer is diagnosed
• Treatment options for different types and stages of colorectal cancer
• Managing side effects, including caring for a colostomy
• Coping with practical issues like work, insurance, and money
• The role of family, relationships, and support groups during and after cancer

American Cancer Society's Complete Guide to Colorectal Cancer provides helpful, matter-of-fact support and resources that allows you to make informed decisions, manage the disease, and move forward with your life. The comprehensive guide is punctuated by tips and personal stories from people affected by colorectal cancer.

About this title

About the Author:

Bernard Levin, M.D., is vice president for cancer prevention and population sciences at The University of Texas M. D. Anderson Cancer Center in Houston.

Terri B. Ades, M.S., A.P.R.N., A.O.C.N., is director of cancer information at the American Cancer Society in Atlanta.

Durado Brooks, M.D., M.P.H., is director of prostate and colorectal cancer at the American Cancer Society in Atlanta.

Christopher H. Crane, M.D., is associate professor of radiation oncology at The University of Texas M. D. Anderson Cancer Center in Houston.

Paulo M. Hoff, M.D., F.A.C.P., is associate professor of medicine and deputy chairman of clinical research in the department of gastrointestinal medical oncology at The University of Texas M. D. Anderson Cancer Center in Houston.

Paul J. Limburg, M.D., M.P.H., is assistant professor of medicine in the division of gastroenterology and hepatology at Mayo Clinic College of Medicine in Rochester, Minnesota.

David A. Rothenberger, M.D., is professor of surgery in the department of surgery, and chief of the division of colon and rectal surgery at the University of Minnesota, and associate director for clinical research and programs at the University of Minnesota Cancer Center in Minneapolis, Minnesota.

About this edition

• Publisher: American Cancer Society
• Publication date: 2005
• ISBN 10: 0944235557
• ISBN 13: 9780944235553
• Binding: Paperback
• Edition number: 1
• Number of pages: 384
• Editor: Levin Bernard, Ades Terri