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No matter what the woman's age, removal of a breast or even a lump has a profound emotional impact. In addition to facing cancer, the patient must adjust to changes in her self-image. At the same time, she is often being asked to make stressful decisions about her treatment program from a long and growing continuum of options. The authors describe natural reactions in these patients, factors that add to their anxiety, and the important role of primary care physicians in support and referral.
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Tim R. Williams
Tim R. Williams, MD Marjorie O'Sullivan, BSN, MA Dr Williams (right) is staff radiation oncologist, department of radiation oncology, and Ms O'Sullivan (left) is an oncology nurse counselor and coordinator of cancer support services, Lynn Regional Cancer Program, Boca Raton Community Hospital, Boca Raton, Florida.
Marjorie O'Sullivan
Tim R. Williams, MD Marjorie O'Sullivan, BSN, MA Dr Williams (right) is staff radiation oncologist, department of radiation oncology, and Ms O'Sullivan (left) is an oncology nurse counselor and coordinator of cancer support services, Lynn Regional Cancer Program, Boca Raton Community Hospital, Boca Raton, Florida.
Sara E. Snodgrass
Sara E. Snodgrass, PhD Dr Snodgrass (center) is associate professor of social psychology, Florida Atlantic University, Boca Raton. She is a breast cancer survivor and the editor of Communicating About Breast Cancer: Help Me to Tell You.
Neil Love
Neil Love, MD Dr Love (not pictured) is clinical associate professor of medicine, division of hematology and oncology, University of Miami School of Medicine.