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The information provided in this section can
be useful whether you are a first time patient, or a returning patient.
Major topics are listed on the left hand side, with general patient information
listed first, followed by specific information for each of the major centres.
New patient information is summarized below. If you would like to know
more about patient services at the Cross Cancer Institute or the Tom Baker
Cancer Centre, click on the CCI or TBCC sections. You can also find great
links to more information in the Resources section.
New Patient Information
When you or someone you care
for is diagnosed with a breast cancer, it can be a very stressful and
worrisome time. Many people find that learning more about breast cancer
in general is very helpful at this time.
There are many sources of information
about cancer available on the Internet. We have searched and have listed
the ones that have very good information about breast cancer and would
be the most helpful for you.
Canadian Websites
International
http://cancer.gov/cancerinfo/pdq/adulttreatment
Reading the information in these
websites will help you to talk about and understand some of the information
that the doctors and nurses will discuss with you.
You can also look at our flow
diagram of what you could expect after a breast biopsy.
Staging
It is important for your doctor
at the Cross Cancer Institute to know the 'stage', or the extent of your
breast cancer. Once the results of any extra tests and the stage of your
cancer are known, the doctor will talk with you about possible treatments,
or any clinical trials that you might be eligible to take part in. Find
out what staging means.
Male
Breast Cancer
Men can get breast cancer, too.
Patient
Guide to Chemotherapy
This booklet has been developed
to help people who take chemotherapy treatments to feel their best and
how to manage any side effects they might experience. The booklet discusses
basic side effects of chemotherapy - your doctor and nurse will talk more
with you about your specific treatments.
This booklet has been developed
to help people learn about what to expect during radiation treatment.
The radiation oncologist and radiation therapists will talk to you about
what to expect during and after your treatment.
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