{"product_id":"glioblastoma-gideon-burrows-9798223917984","title":"Glioblastoma: A Guide for Patients and Loved Ones","description":"\u003cp\u003e\"I would highly recommend this book for its information and straightforward and honest style.\" ★★★★★ Amazon\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\"We have learnt more from this book than the oncologists and the internet. Gideon, thank you from the bottom of our hearts.\" ★★★★★ Amazon\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\"Well written about a difficult subject. Had everything I needed to know about anaplastic astrocytoma grade 3.\" ★★★★★ Amazon\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDiscover a compassionate and comprehensive guide tailored for families touched by glioblastoma and anaplastic astrocytoma brain tumors.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eIn this heartfelt exploration, author Gideon Burrows, who has been living with a life-limiting brain tumor for over a decade, shares invaluable insights and personal narratives gathered from extensive interviews with patients, loved ones, and medical professionals. \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eOffering a unique blend of medical information and emotional support, this book goes beyond what doctors and oncologists might not always make clear.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eUncover the honest realities and emotions associated with glioblastomas through dozens of personal testimonies, providing a genuine and personal approach to understanding these obstinate brain cancers. \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eGain reassurance and support as you navigate the complexities of high-grade brain tumors with information on detection, diagnosis, and available treatments, including biopsy, surgery, chemotherapy, radiotherapy, and immunotherapy.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eKey Features: \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWhat is glioblastoma and astrocytoma?\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWhere do they originate?\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHow are they detected?\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWhat to expect from a diagnosis?\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAvailable treatments explored in-depth \u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eUnderstanding treatment side-effects\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCoping with changes and challenges\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSupporting family and friends\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eInfluences on life expectancy\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eManaging worsening health\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTrials and research: How to benefit and contribute\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDetailed references for extended research\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eEmbrace a supportive resource that not only informs but empathizes with your physical and emotional journey.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFind solace, understanding, and guidance in the pages of this book as you navigate the complexities of glioblastoma and anaplastic astrocytoma.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\"I found this book very useful in helping me understand this type of brain tumour, it's impact on the sufferer and the way it is treated. The author is himself a sufferer and and the book is interspersed with a number of personal accounts of other people's experiences of brain tumours, both their own and those of close family members.\" ★★★★ Goodreads\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\"Great clarity and personal insight.\" ★★★★★ Amazon\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\"Everyone is different so all of the examples from such amazing people are important.\" ★★★★★ Amazon\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eA word from the author: \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\"I hope to arm you with information that will form the basis for further research, for questions to oncologists, surgeons, doctors and support organisations. 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