Glioblastoma

Facing Brain Cancer, Book 2

De: Gideon Burrows

Narrado por: Simon de Deney

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 complexiti

©2017 Gideon Burrows (P)2023 Gideon Burrows

You become much more knowledgeable

My wife was recently diagnosed with Glioblastoma grade 4 and I was searching for books, articles, podcast just to have a better understanding of this cancer, till I found this book, it's very informative, easy to understand and very well articulated.