One Breast Woman

One Breast Woman is not merely a narrative of disease—it is a profound testament to courage, science, motherhood, and the indomitable resilience of the human spirit. In this deeply personal and medically insightful work, author Devanssh Mehta chronicles the extraordinary journey of his mother, Mrs. Sunita Mehta, as she confronts and overcomes breast cancer.

Set against the emotionally charged landscape of diagnosis, surgery, chemotherapy, hormonal therapy, and psychological rehabilitation, the book transcends the boundaries of a conventional medical memoir. It interweaves clinical clarity with filial devotion, presenting breast cancer not just as a pathological condition, but as a life-altering biological and emotional phenomenon.

With his background in pharmacology and therapeutic sciences, Devanssh Mehta offers readers an intellectually rigorous yet emotionally moving account of ER/PR-positive breast cancer—explaining tumor biology, treatment rationale, pharmacodynamics of chemotherapeutic agents, endocrine therapy mechanisms, and post-surgical adaptation. However, the science never overshadows the soul of the story. At its heart lies a woman who chose dignity over despair, strength over stigma, and life over fear.

The title, One Breast Woman, is symbolic—not of loss, but of transformation. It challenges societal notions of femininity, body image, and identity. It invites readers to redefine wholeness beyond physical symmetry and to understand that womanhood, motherhood, and self-worth are not measured in anatomy, but in courage and compassion.

This book serves multiple audiences:

• Patients and caregivers, seeking understanding, hope, and realistic guidance.

• Healthcare professionals, who wish to witness the lived experience beyond clinical charts.

• Students of pharmacology and oncology, looking for a humanized interpretation of therapeutic decision-making.

• Families navigating cancer, who need emotional anchoring and practical clarity.

Beyond a memoir, it is also a guide—highlighting early detection, the importance of receptor testing, evidence-based therapy, adherence to treatment, psychosocial resilience, and the ethical dimensions of caregiving.

In honoring his mother’s battle, Devanssh Mehta also honors every woman who has faced breast cancer with silent strength. The narrative stands as a tribute to mothers, to science, to perseverance, and to the unbreakable bond between a son and his warrior.

One Breast Woman is ultimately a declaration:
Cancer may alter the body, but it cannot conquer the spirit.