In this remarkable book, Dee Howe, wife of the nation's leading lay
expert on prostate cancer, offers a frank, witty and information-rich
examination of her husband's and her experience with this
frightening disease, from diagnosis all the way through successful
treatment for post-surgical side effects.

    In clear and readable prose, she delineates the many new and
effective treatment options available and offers details of the
numerous resources existing to provide a couple with support in
their fight.

    When caught early, prostate cancer is highly curable. Out of fear
for the potential side effects of treatment, however, many men
forego the simple PSA blood test that could indicate the disease in
its most treatable stages.

   Howe argues persuasively against this head-in-the-sand
approach by supplying facts that work to counter the fear.

   A prostate cancer diagnosis does not foretell a pleasant
experience; but neither does it mean the end of a vigorous life for a
couple. New techniques have made treatment, especially treatment
of early stage cancer, less traumatic. New devices and drugs have
markedly decreased the permanence of dreaded side effects such as
incontinence and impotence.

   The process of diagnosis and therapy, however, is complex and
confusing. Howe leads the reader through the maze with the latest
information and helpful tips on coping gathered from her husband's
and her experience, as well as that of others.

   With an irrepressible sense of humor coupled with a profound
religious faith, Howe writes at a high level of technical
competence, interweaving up to date information with her
compelling human-interest story. Her extraordinary frankness
about the difficulties she and her husband transcended is
inspirational.

   Every wife, partner, or loved one of a man diagnosed with
prostate cancer will derive tremendous insight, guidance, and hope
from the Howes' story.

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DESIREE LYON HOWE is a patient education and advocacy
expert. She serves on the boards of M.D. Anderson Cancer Center
and the National Organization of Rare Disorders and is the
executive director of the American Porphyria Foundation. She
lives in Houston with her husband, Dr. Richard J. Howe. For the
last decade, she and her husband have been well-known prostate
cancer advocates and speakers, bringing hope and information to
men at risk. This is her first book.