La femme de ménage voit tout

Freida McFadden

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"I would highly recommend this book for its information and straightforward and honest style." ★★★★★ Amazon

"We have learnt more from this book than the oncologists and the internet. Gideon, thank you from the bottom of our hearts." ★★★★★ Amazon

"Well written about a difficult subject. Had everything I needed to know about anaplastic astrocytoma grade 3." ★★★★★ Amazon

Discover a compassionate and comprehensive guide tailored for families touched by glioblastoma and anaplastic astrocytoma brain tumors.

In 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.

Offering a unique blend of medical information and emotional support, this book goes beyond what doctors and oncologists might not always make clear.

Uncover 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.

Gain 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.

Key Features:

What is glioblastoma and astrocytoma? Where do they originate? How are they detected? What to expect from a diagnosis? Available treatments explored in-depth Understanding treatment side-effects Coping with changes and challenges Supporting family and friends Influences on life expectancy Managing worsening health Trials and research: How to benefit and contribute Detailed references for extended research

Embrace a supportive resource that not only informs but empathizes with your physical and emotional journey.

Find solace, understanding, and guidance in the pages of this book as you navigate the complexities of glioblastoma and anaplastic astrocytoma.

"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

"Great clarity and personal insight." ★★★★★ Amazon

"Everyone is different so all of the examples from such amazing people are important." ★★★★★ Amazon

A word from the author:

"I hope to arm you with information that will form the basis for further research, for questions to oncologists, surgeons, doctors and support organisations. And I hope to illustrate, as best I can, what life and perhaps death can be like with these brain tumours.

"Whatever you take away from this book, I hope to provide you with some support, knowledge and empowerment."

Gideon Burrows

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