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Everything You Hoped You’d Never Need to Know About Colorectal Cancer: A Doctor’s Very Personal Guide to Getting Through the Sh*t and Beyond
One in fifteen men.
One in eighteen women.
Every year in the UK 43,000 people are newly diagnosed with colorectal cancer.
Dr Anisha Patel is one of them. Young, fit, and married to a consultant gastroenterologist and bowel-cancer screening specialist, in 2018 she was diagnosed with Stage 3 colorectal cancer.
Despite being a family doctor, Patel had no idea what would come next. With the benefit of hindsight, and after first-hand experience, she understands now that the diagnosis is just the beginning, that treatment can be physically and mentally overwhelming, and that the hard work really starts when the treatment ends.
Drawing on her own experience and her medical expertise, as well as that of specialists in the field, Patel's book is an essential companion for anyone facing a cancer diagnosis. She outlines what to expect at each stage, from diagnosis, through treatment and into the 'new normal' that awaits, with practical advice and emotional guidance for every step of the way. Hers is also not the only voice: Here you will find a chorus of individuals who share their own lived experiences of colorectal cancer and its aftermath, in the hope that they, too, can navigate you through the eye of the cancer storm, to thrive in the life beyond.
Powerful and personal, this is a life-saving book for a life-changing diagnosis, and a testament to human resilience and the enduring power of hope.
One in eighteen women.
Every year in the UK 43,000 people are newly diagnosed with colorectal cancer.
Dr Anisha Patel is one of them. Young, fit, and married to a consultant gastroenterologist and bowel-cancer screening specialist, in 2018 she was diagnosed with Stage 3 colorectal cancer.
Despite being a family doctor, Patel had no idea what would come next. With the benefit of hindsight, and after first-hand experience, she understands now that the diagnosis is just the beginning, that treatment can be physically and mentally overwhelming, and that the hard work really starts when the treatment ends.
Drawing on her own experience and her medical expertise, as well as that of specialists in the field, Patel's book is an essential companion for anyone facing a cancer diagnosis. She outlines what to expect at each stage, from diagnosis, through treatment and into the 'new normal' that awaits, with practical advice and emotional guidance for every step of the way. Hers is also not the only voice: Here you will find a chorus of individuals who share their own lived experiences of colorectal cancer and its aftermath, in the hope that they, too, can navigate you through the eye of the cancer storm, to thrive in the life beyond.
Powerful and personal, this is a life-saving book for a life-changing diagnosis, and a testament to human resilience and the enduring power of hope.
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288 pages, Paperback
Published September 5, 2023
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January 18, 2024
"Everything You Hoped You'd Never Need to Know About Bowel Cancer" by Anisha Patel is a life-saving guide that goes beyond medical facts. Dr. Patel, a cancer survivor, combines personal experience and medical expertise to provide an essential companion for those facing a bowel cancer diagnosis. From diagnosis to treatment and the challenges that follow, the book offers practical advice and emotional support. It's a powerful testament to human resilience, featuring not only Dr. Patel's voice and illustrations but also the experiences of others who have navigated the cancer journey. An invaluable resource, this book is a beacon of hope and a roadmap for thriving beyond a life-changing diagnosis.
Thank you to Nicholas Brealey US, Sheldon Press for the advanced reader copy to review via NetGalley!
Thank you to Nicholas Brealey US, Sheldon Press for the advanced reader copy to review via NetGalley!
July 17, 2023
A great factual informative read but with the personal element which makes it very relatable!
Fantastic source of information and inspiration for not only those diagnosed with bowel cancer, but anyone with a cancer diagnosis or there loved ones/ carers!
As a cancer patient myself I could relate to much of it and found the personal reflections very moving but uplifting,
Lots of information for self help, information and services which is very useful and not always readily known about!
Thank you netgalley for this enlightening read.
Fantastic source of information and inspiration for not only those diagnosed with bowel cancer, but anyone with a cancer diagnosis or there loved ones/ carers!
As a cancer patient myself I could relate to much of it and found the personal reflections very moving but uplifting,
Lots of information for self help, information and services which is very useful and not always readily known about!
Thank you netgalley for this enlightening read.
December 8, 2024
I wish I never needed this book, but since I do it is a great reference. There is a smattering of first hand accounts mixed with medical data and practical tips.
The only thing I will say is that if you are not in the UK, there are sections that won’t have to do with you. She talks about a stoma nurse or NHS reminders and obviously is you are not in a country that has NHS you may not have access to these resources. If I were t get another book on this subject the only reason would be to cover how to get what you need in the US’s broken insurance and healthcare system. There is a lot of self navigation to get care in the states and I think no one prepares you for that. It seems from her writing that may not be the case in the UK.
The only thing I will say is that if you are not in the UK, there are sections that won’t have to do with you. She talks about a stoma nurse or NHS reminders and obviously is you are not in a country that has NHS you may not have access to these resources. If I were t get another book on this subject the only reason would be to cover how to get what you need in the US’s broken insurance and healthcare system. There is a lot of self navigation to get care in the states and I think no one prepares you for that. It seems from her writing that may not be the case in the UK.
February 7, 2024
From how to deal with scanxiety to how to deal with your kids who find out about your diagnosis. Incredibly open book and a great writer. A gem.
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