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Coming home

Article Abstract:

A model describes her fight against breast cancer in her diary. The visits to the doctor to undergo chemotherapy are narrated. A consultation with a plastic surgeon for reconstruction of her breast ends in laughter after she said she wanted her breasts to be like Claudia Schiffer's.

Author: Umansky, Diane, Erickson, Diane
Publisher: Conde Nast Publications, Inc.
Publication Name: Self
Subject: Women's issues/gender studies
ISSN: 0149-0699
Year: 1999
Fashion models, Adjuvant chemotherapy

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Seven days until surgery

Article Abstract:

A former fashion model recounts the week prior to her mastectomy. The tests revealed that the cancer did not spread to other parts of her body. The procedures for the operation were also explained. The dosage of anesthesia and the drugs that would be used were also asked.

Author: Umansky, Diane, Erickson, Diane
Publisher: Conde Nast Publications, Inc.
Publication Name: Self
Subject: Women's issues/gender studies
ISSN: 0149-0699
Year: 1999

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My life after chemo

Article Abstract:

A breast cancer patient describes receiving her final chemotherapy treatments. Her post-chemo treatments include reconstructive surgery and antibiotics for a lingering infection.

Author: Umansky, Diane, Erickson, Diane
Publisher: Conde Nast Publications, Inc.
Publication Name: Self
Subject: Women's issues/gender studies
ISSN: 0149-0699
Year: 1999
Chemotherapy, Mammaplasty, Breast reconstruction

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Subjects list: Personal narratives, Breast cancer, Cancer patients
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