Surviving Leukemia: A Practical Guide

by Robert Patenaude

In 1982, Dr. Robert Patenaude was diagnosed with leukemia. This book is the moving, first-hand account of his experience. From the first shock of hearing the diagnosis and the anguish of his hospitalization, to chemotherapy and a bone marrow transplant, the author gives a painfully frank description of his experiences and shows the incredible survival instinct that helped him beat the disease. Patenaude offers the reader a complete and scientific understanding of leukemia. Each chapter is written in layman's terms and thoroughly covers the scope of its topic. Patenaude leads the reader through the different classifications of leukemia, how they progress and how they are treated. Scientific explanation is complemented by Patenaude's ability to explain the how and why of diagnosis, prognosis and treatment.

248 pages, Paperback

First published September 1, 1999

Reviews

[A. · Rating 5 out of 5]

Very well written and interesting. This doctor (M.D.) discovered that he had chronic leukemia while he was studying cells under slides in medical school. An amazing story of healing and hope. He really emphasizes his belief that a positive attitude can carry you through much pain better than a negative outlook. And, by the end of the book I was convinced. What this man has survived, done and written about is amazing and inspiring.

[Anne Fischer · Rating 3 out of 5]

Informative guide, tho ten years old. Had info I needed.