Cancer Information for Teens

by Caldwell, Wilma R.; Bellenir, Karen; Cooke, David A., M.D. (CON); Barbour, Elizabeth (CON); Matthews, Dawn (CON)

• ISBN13: 9780780806788
• ISBN10: 0780806786
• Format: Hardcover
• Copyright: 2004-06-30
• Publisher: Omnigraphics Inc

Summary

Provides information on types of cancer that are typically diagnosed in adolescents, risk factors for cancer, treatment options, and strategies for coping with the disease.

Table of Contents

Preface	ix
Part I-Introduction To Cancer
Chapter 1-What Is Cancer: Cancer's History, Nature, Causes, And Symptoms	3	(8)
Chapter 2-Types Of Cancer Teens Get	11	(6)
Chapter 3-Cancer Among Adolescents: Understanding The Statistics	17	(6)
Chapter 4-Leukemia In Teens	23	(8)
Chapter 5-Lymphoma In Teens	31	(6)
Chapter 6-Bone Cancer In Teens: Ewing's Sarcoma And Osteosarcoma	37	(6)
Chapter 7-Germ Cell Tumors In Teens	43	(2)
Chapter 8-Skin Cancer: Facts, Figures, And Questions	45	(4)
Chapter 9-What You Should Know About Common Cancers In Older Family Members	49	(18)
Part II-Risks, Rumors, And Controversies
Chapter 10-Tobacco And Cancer Risk	67	(20)
Chapter 11-Sun Exposure And Cancer Risk	87	(12)
Chapter 12-Cervical Cancer Risks Linked To Unprotected Sex	99	(6)
Chapter 13-Cancer Risks Associated With Heterocyclic Amines In Cooked Meats	105	(4)
Chapter 14-Studying A Possible Link Between Obesity And Cancer Risk	109	(8)
Chapter 15-Oral Contraceptives: Risks Are Difficult To Evaluate	117	(8)
Chapter 16-Cancer Risk Controversies About Cell Phones And Other Electronics	125	(8)
Chapter 17-Are There Any Cancer Risks Associated With Artificial Sweeteners And Fluoridated Water?	133	(6)
Chapter 18-Cancer Myths And Rumors	139	(18)
Part III-Cancer Detection, Diagnosis, And Treatment
Chapter 19-Screening Tests For Various Cancers	157	(12)
Chapter 20-How To Perform A Breast Self-Examination	169	(6)
Chapter 21-Testicular Cancer And The Importance Of Self-Examination	175	(6)
Chapter 22-How Cancer Is Diagnosed	181	(14)
Chapter 23-Who's Who In The Health Care System	195	(6)
Chapter 24-Hospitalization And Surgery For Cancer Treatment	201	(4)
Chapter 25-Chemotherapy, Radiation Therapy, And Immunotherapy	205	(8)
Chapter 26-Bone Marrow Transplants: Treatment, Side Effects, And Possible Complications	213	(6)
Chapter 27-Supportive Care During Cancer Treatment: Blood Transfusions, Antibiotics, And Supplemental Nutrition	219	(8)
Chapter 28-Complementary And Alternative Treatments In Cancer Care	227	(10)
Chapter 29-What Is Standard Therapy Versus A Clinical Trial?	237	(4)
Chapter 30-Uses And Side Effects Of Cancer Drugs	241	(12)
Chapter 31-Managing Side Effects Of Cancer Treatments	253	(14)
Chapter 32-Long-Term Side Effects Of Childhood Cancer Therapy	267	(8)
Part IV-Coping Strategies For Adolescents With Cancer
Chapter 33-School And Cancer: Advice On Staying Current, Getting In The Swing, And Finding Help If You Need It	275	(8)
Chapter 34-Counseling For Psychological Issues: Depression, Anxiety, And Post Traumatic Stress	283	(4)
Chapter 35-Coping With Cancer's Affect On Appearance	287	(10)
Chapter 36-Sexuality And Dating: Special Concerns For Teens With Cancer	297	(6)
Chapter 37-When Friends Don't Call: Coping With Isolation and Loneliness	303	(4)
Chapter 38-What If The Cancer Comes Back?	307	(16)
Chapter 39-Follow-Up Care For Childhood Cancer Survivors	323	(8)
Part V-When A Family Member Or Friend Has Cancer
Chapter 40-If Someone You Know Has Cancer	331	(18)
Chapter 41-Helping Family Members Cope With Cancer	349	(10)
Chapter 42-Coping With Death, Traumatic Events, And Feelings	359	(14)
Part VI-If You Need More Information
Chapter 43-Sources Of Cancer Information, Advocacy, And Support	373	(20)
Chapter 44-Finding Cancer Information On The Internet	393	(10)
Chapter 45-Additional Reading On Cancer	403	(8)
Index	411