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41) COPD
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COPD stands for Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease, and it is the third leading cause of death in the United States. COPD is often under-diagnosed and under-treated. This book details how the disease impacts the patient, the caregivers, what treatment options are available, and what future holds for people afflicted with COPD.
42) Fibromyalgia
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Author Melissa Abramovitz introduces readers Fibromyalgia, which is widespread muscle pain and tenderness. There are more than 3,000,000 cases of this condition per year in America. It has no specific causes and no known cure. Readers will learn about this disorder, and how it is diagnosed and treated. Alternative therapies and medical advances are also explained.
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Author Toney Allman discusses the devastating effects of radiation sickness. After exploring the fundamentals of radiation and the various methods of possible radiation exposure, Allman uses examples from Chernobyl, the bombings of Hiroshima and Nagasaki, as well as other radiation events, to outline the stages and syndromes associated with radiation exposure. The book also addresses the current concern for better treatment options and ongoing tests...
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It's confusing and scary when someone seems to be choosing not to eat, but what's at work inside them is more than a decision. Eating disorders are serious mental health conditions, and those with anorexia and bulimia need help and compassion, not tough love. Annotated quotes, engaging graphic elements, and sidebars help readers learn about the many causes and symptoms of these eating disorders, as well as the medical issues they can cause. Treatment...
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Post-traumatic stress disorder, or PTSD, has long been misunderstood, even by medical and psychological professionals. Formerly called shell-shock, it was considered a disorder that exclusively affected soldiers. Today, this myth persists, and many people are still unaware that any traumatic event can be the catalyst for PTSD. Understanding the facts about this disorder helps young adults learn the best way to interact with a loved one who has it...
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Epilepsy can be frightening to both the sufferer and their loved ones. However, knowing more about the symptoms and treatment can give people a sense of empowerment. This volume discusses what epilepsy is, how it can be treated, and what can be done for someone who is having a seizure. The informative book, supplemented with in-depth sidebars, full-color photographs, and detailed charts, dispels the myths surrounding epilepsy and gives readers a clearer...
47) Whooping Cough
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This guidebook discusses the causes and symptoms of whooping cough, as well as prevention methods and available treatments. Author Toney Allman uses riveting firsthand accounts to show readers the devastating reality of this often-overlooked illness, and explains how whooping cough has become a reemerging disease in developed countries.
48) Colon Cancer
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Colon cancer is cancer of the large intestine, which is the final part of our digestive tract. Most cases of colon cancer begin as small, noncancerous clumps of cells. Over time, some of these clumps or polyps can become cancerous. Provide your readers with a detailed study of this disease. This book presents a description of this disease, and covers how it affects the body, as well as diagnosis and treatment. Personal narratives are also included....
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Everyone experiences anxious feelings in stressful situations, such as before a big test or when giving a speech. However, anxiety disorders are characterized by fear or worry that is disproportionate to the situation and difficult to control. It is sometimes accompanied by panic disorder, which causes panic attacks that often have no apparent trigger. Readers will learn about the different types of these very common disorders, with a focus on how...
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Fear is a natural human response that developed to help people survive, but it can be more of a hindrance than a help. A phobia is a fear of something that is not inherently harmful that interferes with a person's daily life. These fears are explained through up-to-date charts and annotated quotes from medical experts that augment the informative main text, which aims to help readers separate myth from fact regarding phobias. A list of organizations...
51) Cholera
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Researchers have estimated that there are up to 4 million cases and 143,000 deaths worldwide due to Cholera. Author Diane Yancey provides your readers with a fascinating study of this disease. Readers will learn about Cholera in early times, and how it is detected now. They will learn how it is treated and prevented, and hear personal stories from sufferers.
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Both type 1 and type 2 diabetes are dangerous if left unchecked, but with early diagnosis and careful management, people can live long, healthy lives without complications from the disease. Learning about the symptoms is key to detecting diabetes before it becomes a problem, and readers discover those symptoms as they explore this important topic. Enlightening sidebars and full-color photographs enhance the engaging text, and quotes from medical experts...
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Everyone has experienced pain at one point or another, but disorders such as fibromyalgia and multiple sclerosis cause severe, long-term pain that can greatly limit a person's everyday activities. Because the cause of this pain is not visible, many people do not fully understand these disorders. This volume dispels the myths surrounding chronic pain to give readers a better understanding of the daily struggles people who suffer from it face. Informative...
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Lyme disease is not often discussed, which means the general public knows little about it. Many people are aware that it can be passed from ticks to humans, but questions remain. What are the symptoms? Is it contagious? Can it be treated? What are the best prevention methods? These questions and more are answered in this engaging book, with text that is enhanced with full-color photographs, annotated quotes, and informative sidebars. By fully informing...
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Traumatic brain injuries are dangerous, especially if they are not recognized and treated promptly. Readers discover that repeated brain injuries may result in effects such as changed personality, depression, and memory loss. In contact sports such as football and hockey, the chance of sustaining a concussion or other form of brain trauma increases dramatically, so this information is especially valuable for young athletes. Through detailed photographs...
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Are you anxious, depressed, obsessive, or afraid? Do you wonder what causes these conditions and how are they treated? This book discusses the evolving understanding of how stress and anxiety affect people's lives and includes the foremost research on treating these conditions. Personal stories give readers an intimate look at how others are managing these sometimes-debilitating conditions.
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The recent Ebola epidemic in West Africa killed more than 10,000 people, was the largest Ebola outbreak in history, and terrified people around the world. But what, exactly, is Ebola? What are the symptoms? How is it spread? How is it treated? This text explains this disease and how the latest epidemic changed the way we look at viruses forever.
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What causes food poisoning? Is it preventable? What is the best way to treat it? This book provides information on the symptoms, remedies, and preemptive measures that can be taken to protect yourself from foodborne diseases such as E. coli, botulism, and salmonella.
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Do you text, use a computer, or play video games? Then you are at risk for carpel tunnel syndrome or repetitive strain injury. What are these injuries? Who do they affect? How are they treated and how can they be prevented? This text explains a relatively new diagnosis for an old condition and gives advice on how you can avoid these all-too-common injuries.
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What is sickle cell disease? What damage can it cause? Can anyone get it? Can it be treated or prevented? This text explains a rather complex and potentially deadly condition through case studies and interviews, and presents the most current research and treatments.