About Breast Cancer: Maura Tierney Returns With The Whole Truth

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Breast Cancer Breast Cancer Symptoms / Diagnosis Treatment Daily Life From Pam Stephan, your Guide to Breast Cancer Playing the role of Dr. Abby Lockhart on ER didn't prepare Maura Tierney for breast cancer. She has just endured a year of treatment and loss, and is coming back into her own. Maura Tierney Steps Back on Screen after Breast Cancer A year after her diagnosis, Maura Tierney is ready to get in front of a TV camera again. No longer in the ER, this time she will be a lawyer, the same profession her father followed. Will she take more risks now, or be more creative? Stay tuned! Newly Diagnosed: Treatment Options for Breast Cancer There's no need to become overwhelmed with all the decisions about treatment. Break it down into three important things: Keep Your Goals in Sight, then Choose Your Weapons, and Take Care of Your Whole Person Emotions and Your Breast Cancer Diagnosis Before I was officially diagnosed, I'd had a scary mammogram. I never knew that I had so many tears in me, but they kept leaking out! Then I felt angry, sad, scared, and betrayed. Finally, I accepted the diagnosis, signed up for the fight, and moved forward. Sometimes it helps to know that feelings like are normal - but it's also good to know when to get help. Complementary Therapy Reduces Stress and Side Effects In my support group, one person had acupuncture for nausea, another had a massage to lower stress, the leader did guided imagery, and I took up Tai Chi. Many people find relief while doing yoga or meditation. Here are several ways to help yourself feel better during and after treatment for breast cancer. Breast Cancer Ads Bad Dog Behavior Puppy Biting Dog Tricks Potty Puppy Breast Cancer Gene Featured Articles Is It Breast Cancer? - Diagnosis, Tests, Results Treatment Options for Breast Cancer Support and Resources - During and After Treatment Life During Treatment - Self Care, Side Effects, Reconstruction Life After Treatment, Recovery, Hair and Skin Care, Changes Decode Medical Terms - Breast Cancer Glossary   More from About.com Plan a Unique Vegas Wedding The minister, music and champagne are just the beginning -- why not get married aboard a helicopter or have a pirate swing in to deliver your rings? Arrrr! More> Join About.com's User Panel! Share your opinions and help us make About.com more relevant, informative and enjoyable to use. More> This newsletter is written by: Pam Stephan Breast Cancer Guide Email Me | My Blog | My Forum   Sign up for more free newsletters on your favorite topics You are receiving this newsletter because you subscribed to the About Breast Cancer newsletter. If you wish to change your email address or unsubscribe, please click here. About respects your privacy: Our Privacy Policy Contact Information: 249 West 17th Street New York, NY, 10011 © 2010 About.com   Reader to Reader Tell Your Tumor How You Feel About It Your Greatest Breast Cancer Supporter The Story of My Breast Cancer Tattoo Advertisement