The Chemotherapy Survival Guide

Everything You Need to Know to Get Through Treatment

By: Judith McKay, Tammy Schacher

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Paperback | 1 May 2009 | Edition Number 3

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The first and second editions of this best-selling guide have already helped thousands of people understand chemotherapy and prepare themselves or their loved ones for treatment. The book is used as the primary chemotherapy patient education tool in outpatient clinics nationwide. This new third edition of The Chemotherapy Survival Guide includes updated information on topics including biotherapy, immunotherapy, nutrition, stress reduction, chemotherapy drugs, and more.

Written by experienced oncology nurses Judith McKay and Tamera Schacher, this reassuring, optimistic guide helps readers understand their treatment options and explains in plain English how different types of chemotherapy really work. The book includes detailed advice on how to cope with and alleviate the side effects of chemotherapy, such as hair loss and nausea, and describes how good nutrition, meditation, support groups, and other techniques and resources can help chemotherapy patients recover both physically and emotionally during this difficult time.

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“One of the best books available for teaching patients how to cope with the challenges of cancer treatment. Everything, including how to understand diagnoses, treatment plans, and emotional and social challenges, is beautifully written in layman’s terms so the patient can become an active partner in his or her own treatment. A must-read.”
—Judith Shepherd, MSW, DSW, social worker at Alta Bates Summit Comprehensive Cancer Center

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Acknowledgments	p. ix
Introduction	p. 1
Cancer-Fighting Treatments
What This Book Offers
What This Book Can't Do
What Is Chemotherapy?	p. 7
A Primer on Cell Life
Characteristics of Cancer Cells
Diagnosis
Treatment Choices
Side Effects of Chemotherapy
In Conclusion
Understanding Your Treatment Plan	p. 19
Foundations of the Treatment Plan
Deciding on the Treatment Plan
Clinical Trials
How Will You Know if the Treatment Plan Is Working?
Treatment Plans Can Change
In Conclusion
Understanding Blood Tests	p. 31
Why Test Your Blood?
Bone Marrow: The Blood-Cell Factory
Red Blood Cells
White Blood Cells
Infections
Platelets
Plasma
Looking At Your Lab Results
Tumor Markers
Communicating with Other Health Care Professionals
In Conclusion
The IV Experience	p. 49
The Basics About Veins
Getting Your IV Started
Bags, Bottles, Tubing, and Pumps
Staying Comfortable During Chemotherapy
How Do You Cope?
IV Problems
Venous Access Devices
Watching Out for Problems
Which One Is Right for You?
In Conclusion
Preventing Nausea	p. 69
What Causes Nausea?
Nausea and Chemotherapy
Types of Antinausea Medicines and How They Work
Patterns of Nausea
The Importance of Fluids
Step-by-Step Hints
In Conclusion
Coping with Other Digestion Changes	p. 87
Your Digestive System
Mouth and Throat Problems
Appetite Problems
Heartburn
Diarrhea
Constipation
In Conclusion
Maintaining Good Nutrition By Tinrin Chew, RD, CSO	p. 103
Getting Ready
Weight Gain and Weight Loss
Chemo Cycles
Recommendations for Digestive Difficulties
About the Author
Coping with Fatigue	p. 125
Why Does Fatigue Happen?
When Does Fatigue Happen?
How Your Doctor Can Help
Things You Can Do
In Conclusion
Coping with Hair Loss and Skin Changes	p. 139
Hair
How to Cope with Thinning Hair
Skin and Nails
In Conclusion
Coping with Nervous-System Changes	p. 153
Peripheral Neuropathy
Peripheral Neuropathy and Constipation
Peripheral Neuropathy and Hearing Loss
Chemo Brain
In Conclusion
Sexuality	p. 171
Changes in Sensation
Changes in Hormones
Getting Information
Things That Can Help Men
Things That Can Help Women
Changes in Body Image
Resuming Sexual Activity
Birth Control During Treatment
In Conclusion
Fertility	p. 183
Get Information
Fertility: The Basics
Reproductive Effects of Treatment for Men
Reproductive Options for Men Before or During Treatment
Reproductive Effects of Treatment for Women
Reproductive Options for Women Before or During Treatment
Evaluating Your Fertility After Treatment
Reproductive Options After Treatment
Costs
In Conclusion
Mind and Body	p. 199
The Emotional Impact of Cancer
Mind and Body: What's the Connection?
Help Along the Way
Finding Your Own Path
Suggested Reading
Relaxation and Stress Reduction	p. 215
Deep Breathing
Breathing and Imagery
Other Relaxation Imagery
Mindfulness
Progressive Muscle Relaxation
Affirmations
In Conclusion
Preparing to Start Chemo: A Practical Guide	p. 231
Before You Start Chemo
During Your Chemo Treatment
After Your Chemo Treatment
In Conclusion
Life After Cancer Treatments: Being a Survivor	p. 243
Physical Changes
Emotional Issues
Getting Back to Normal
In Conclusion
Index	p. 257
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