Understanding breast cancer
Booklet
Published:
01 Oct 2023
Next review:
01 Oct 2026
Edition:
13
A booklet explaining breast cancer, covering the causes and symptoms, diagnosis, staging and grading, treatments and clinical trials. It also talks about emotional, practical and financial issues.
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with ID: MAC11616
Published:
01 Oct 2023
Next review:
01 Oct 2026
Edition:
13
A booklet explaining breast cancer, covering the causes and symptoms, diagnosis, staging and grading, treatments and clinical trials. It also talks about emotional, practical and financial issues.
About this booklet
This booklet is about breast cancer. It is for women who have been diagnosed with breast cancer.
We hope it helps you deal with some of the questions or feelings you may have. We cannot give advice about the best treatment for you.
You should talk to your doctor, who knows your medical history.
Visit our online information about breast cancer.
Tag: CTYP
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Macmillan Support Line
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