Reconstruction: How to Rebuild Your Body, Mind and Life After a Breast Cancer Diagnosis - Paperback

Complete Breast Cancer Recovery and Treatment Guide

Reconstruction is a pragmatic but positive handbook for anyone navigating a diagnosis of primary breast cancer. It contains clear, useful advice on what to do and what to expect at all stages of treatment, from questions to ask your doctors and practical ways to reduce your risk of recurrence, right down to what to pack in your hospital bag.

Written by journalist and breast cancer patient, Rosamund Dean, this reassuring guide combines the most up-to-date therapeutic information from a variety of medical experts with evidence-based lifestyle advice, and will help every patient to live well during treatment and beyond.

What You'll Find Inside

This guide provides comprehensive coverage of the breast cancer journey, from initial diagnosis through treatment and recovery. The book addresses practical concerns that patients face, offering specific guidance on medical appointments, treatment options, and daily life during cancer care. Readers gain access to expert medical information presented in an accessible format, making complex treatment decisions easier to understand.

Evidence-Based Lifestyle and Medical Advice

The book combines current therapeutic information from medical professionals with practical lifestyle recommendations. It covers risk reduction strategies, treatment preparation, and post-treatment recovery. Each section provides actionable steps patients can take to support their health throughout the cancer treatment process.

Written by a Breast Cancer Patient and Journalist

Author Rosamund Dean brings both personal experience and professional journalism skills to this guide. Diagnosed with breast cancer at age 40 in 2021, she documented her treatment journey in The Sunday Times Style column. Her background as former deputy editor of Grazia and founder of the wellness newsletter Well Well Well informs the book's practical, relatable approach. Dean is also the author of Mindful Drinking: How Cutting Down Can Change Your Life.

For Patients at All Treatment Stages

Whether newly diagnosed or currently in treatment, this handbook serves as a reliable reference. It addresses questions to ask healthcare providers, hospital preparation, and long-term wellness strategies. The guide helps readers make informed decisions about their care while maintaining quality of life during and after treatment.