Endometriosis : Complete Reference for Taking Charge of Your Health

Description

This is the definitive guide to living with endometriosis. Some eighty-nine million women worldwide have endometriosis - or "endo," as it is commonly called. For decades, women with the disease have suffered in silence, and faced a nightmare of misinformation, myths, and unsuccessful treatments. Today, thanks to new awareness and research, hope and relief are available. The book provides groundbreaking information on the disease and its relation to several other health problems, including certain cancers, autoimmune problems, environmental illness, and fibromyalgia.Based on the latest research gathered and conducted by Mary Lou Ballweg and the Endometriosis Association, this guide includes information on: surgery and other treatment options; the role of diet and nutrition in healing; the connection between endometriosis and cancer; infertility and endometriosis; teens with the disease; surprising new information on menopause and endometriosis. Besides invaluable and cutting-edge advice on treatment, this guide also features real women's stories that explore the aspects of living with this disease. This book equips you with the tools you need not only to live with endometriosis but to live well.

Author description

Mary Lou Ballweg is founder, president, and executive director of the Endometriosis Association. She is quoted regularly by many major newspapers and magazines. The Endometriosis Association was founded in 1980 to offer those with endometriosis support and information, educate the public and medical community about the disease, and promote endo research. Headquartered in Milwaukee, Wisconsin, this international organization has members and groups worldwide.

Stock Information

General Fields

• ISBN : 9780071412483
• Publisher : mcgraw
• Imprint : mcgraw
• Publication date : September 2003
• Dimensions : 234mm X 187mm X 34mm
• Produced in : United States
• Product Type : books

Special Fields

• Illustrations : 20line drawings
• Pages : 609
• Dewey classification : 618.1
• Bind : Paperback
• Author : Mary Lou Ballweg