The series that gives straight answers to all your medical and health queries
This clear, concise illustrated guide gives expert advice on understanding and treating cancer
The book includes:
- A clear explanation of the different types of cancer
- How cancer is diagnosed
- Surgery, radiotherapy and drug treatment
- Pain control and alleviation of other symptoms
- Reassuring, accessible advice for patients, friends and
relatives
- Complementary therapies
- Useful addresses and support groups
- Introduction
- What Is Cancer?
- How Is Cancer Diagnosed?
- Treatment In General
- Surgery
- Radiotherapy
- Drug Treatment
- Further Care
- Clinical Trials
- Complementary Treatments
- Useful Addresses
- Index
- Acknowledgements