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Surgery

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At a glance Ask how long the surgery will take. Ask what risks there are. Ask how much of the breast is going to be… Read More »Surgery

Lists

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This chapter provides the lists of things you are going to need for the various appointments and visits you and your partner are going to… Read More »Lists

Treatments

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At a glance Ask what treatments are needed/recommended. Ask what side effects are expected. Ask if there are there any side effects that you should… Read More »Treatments

Tests

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At a glance When your partner has these tests and which she has depends on her cancer and the treatments she is having. Different tests… Read More »Tests

Appointments

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At a glance You’re going to have a lot of appointments – keep relevant people (family, friends and colleagues) up to date. Have a shared… Read More »Appointments

Planning

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At a glance Gather as much information as you can – get copies of everything. Don’t worry if you don’t understand it straight away –… Read More »Planning

Coping

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At a glance Have coping strategies in place. Don’t think about ‘what ifs’ – keep your mind in the present. Deal with one thing at… Read More »Coping

Diagnosis

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At a glance Gather as much information as you can – get copies of everything. Don’t worry if you don’t understand it straight away –… Read More »Diagnosis

Intimacy

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At a glance Give your partner as much time as she needs. Give yourself as much time as you need. Find other outlets if you’re… Read More »Intimacy