JUST a LUMP IN THE ROAD ...: Reflections of young breast cancer survivors (Hardcover)

by Debbie Leifert (Author), Gina Castronovo (Contributor), Jackie Ehrlich (Contributor), Cindy Goldberg (Contributor), Donna Palmisciano (Contributor), Tamara Brennan (Contributor)
Key Phrases: bilateral mastectomy, cancer sisters, tissue expander, Tamara Brennan, Cindy Goldberg, Gina Castronovo (more...)

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Product Description
Today, approximately one in eight women will be diagnosed with breast cancer—and many will be under the age of fifty. There are currently more than 250,000 breast cancer survivors in the United States who are just forty-five years old or younger. They are daughters, wives, mothers, sisters, and friends, whose illness and subsequent treatment affect entire families and communities. And they face issues wholly unique to their age group.

A collaborative effort by six young breast cancer survivors, Just a Lump in the Road … shares the kind of candid information, insight, and inspiration that only girlfriends who have “been there” can deliver. Each story is as diverse as the women themselves, and modesty is hurled aside as they discuss dating and mastectomies, children and mortality, and treatment and hair loss. Together with the doctors and healthcare professionals who continue to care for them, the women also provide an overview of the many types of breast cancer treatments now available.

Giving a much-needed voice to the young survivor, Just a Lump in the Road … offers validation, comfort, and encouragement for not only the thousands of young women battling breast cancer, but also their spouses, bosses, children, babysitters, friends, boyfriends, and significant others yet to come.

About the Author
Brought together by the life-altering diagnosis of breast cancer, the six coauthors are a diverse group of women with diverse careers, including homemakers, a veterinarian, an interior designer, a marketing representative, an entrepreneur and two former schoolteachers.

Product Details

• Hardcover: 180 pages
• Publisher: iUniverse, Inc. (December 3, 2007)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 0595708064
• ISBN-13: 978-0595708062
• Product Dimensions: 9.1 x 6.1 x 0.8 inches
• Shipping Weight: 10.4 ounces (View shipping rates and policies)
• Average Customer Review: 5.0 out of 5 stars See all reviews (8 customer reviews)
• Amazon.com Sales Rank: #1,087,443 in Books (See Bestsellers in Books)

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3 of 3 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars inspirational, January 8, 2008

By	Ellen BLOOM (boca raton, fl) - See all my reviews (REAL NAME)

As a new breast cancer survivor (March 2007 diagnosis), I found this book inspirational! I found comfort and support from the women in the book...like my own support group. At each stage of my journey, I can flip to the corresponding section to give me advice. I am thankful for these strong survivors who shared their stories!

3 of 3 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Informative, Interesting and Insightful, December 22, 2007

By	E. Wolk - See all my reviews (REAL NAME)

What a truly unique book this is. It provides a wealth of information for everyone who is touched by breast cancer: those affected, their families, friends and caregivers. Information is provided clearly and concisely -- but is not overwhelming or over "technical". The women who wrote this book, giving so freely and unselfishly of themselves, are well on their way to helping countless others. We should all take a lesson from their honesty, bravery and perserverence. Take the time to read this book -- and pass it on to all those you know it will help.

3 of 3 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Such an important book!, December 17, 2007

By	Stephanie Starr - See all my reviews (REAL NAME)

This book is an incredible resource for young women with breast cancer. Not only does it document these women's journey in a frank and insightful way, this book provides tips, strategies, and personal experience to make this difficult time a little easier.
It is divided into clear sections, as not to overwhelm anyone reading it...read just the needed section at a time. The authors also included important information from leading doctors in the field.
Also, it is so nice to see the pictures of these young women, so beautiful and healthy, throughout the book.
I think this book will help and guide so many women on their path to wellness.