Product Description
Today, approximately one in eight women will be diagnosed with breast cancer—and many will be under the age of fifty. There are currently more than 250,000 breast cancer survivors in the United States who are just forty-five years old or younger. They are daughters, wives, mothers, sisters, and friends, whose illness and subsequent treatment affect entire families and communities. And they face issues wholly unique to their age group.

A collaborative effort by six young breast cancer survivors, Just a Lump in the Road … shares the kind of candid information, insight, and inspiration that only girlfriends who have “been there” can deliver. Each story is as diverse as the women themselves, and modesty is hurled aside as they discuss dating and mastectomies, children and mortality, and treatment and hair loss. Together with the doctors and healthcare professionals who continue to care for them, the women also provide an overview of the many types of breast cancer treatments now available.

Giving a much-needed voice to the young survivor, Just a Lump in the Road … offers validation, comfort, and encouragement for not only the thousands of young women battling breast cancer, but also their spouses, bosses, children, babysitters, friends, boyfriends, and significant others yet to come.

CUSTOMER REVIEWS (Average Customer Rating: 5.0 based on 7 reviews)

Amazing Book, Amazing Women

Amazing book, amazing women! Ths book is a must have for anyone beginning this scary journey, as well as anyone traveling with them. These women share valuable information, insight and hindsight that only survivors can provide. Each "sister" tells her own experience with style and honesty. You may relate to one more than the other, but you will love them all. I laughed, I cried, I cheered.
September 28, 2008

Not just for those WITH cancer

This book is not just for the person who has cancer but for those dealing with a loved one who has it. I bought this book for my mother who was having a rough time facing the fact. Not only did it help her feel ( and Look) so much better but after reading it myself I feel so much better about it. If cancer is affecting your life in any way i say BUY THIS BOOK.
September 25, 2008

Great Resource!!

This book is a great resource, written by real people. It's nice to have a roadmap of other people's experiences who have gone through the same thing you are going through. This book should be on the best seller's list for anyone going through breast cancer, especially young women who are the newest face of this disease.
September 10, 2008

A must-read, very informative

This book is a must read for anyone with breast cancer. It is very informative and insightful for the patient and caregivers (friends, family, etc). It provides important and useful information. The way in which the authors write about this information is in a very relaxed and comfortable setting; almost as though they are having a conversation with you and just sharing their experiences. Being a recently diagnosed breast cancer patient myself I found this book extremely helpful. I wish this book was availble when I began my treatments, it would have answered many questions for me. Thank you to the authors for being so honest.
February 11, 2008

inspirational

As a new breast cancer survivor (March 2007 diagnosis), I found this book inspirational! I found comfort and support from the women in the book...like my own support group. At each stage of my journey, I can flip to the corresponding section to give me advice. I am thankful for these strong survivors who shared their stories!
January 09, 2008

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