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Now completely revised and updated-the bible for the thousands who contract Lyme disease each year
Lyme disease, transmitted through the bite of a tick, is one of our nation's fastest-growing epidemics. Since "Coping with Lyme Disease" was first published in 1993, the number of sufferers afflicted by this debilitating condition has grown alarmingly.
Every chapter has been thoroughly revised and new information about the long-term neurological effects of Lyme disease and congential and chronic versions of the illness has been added.
This comprehensive guide includes
- basic prevention tips
- a detailed catalog of the physical and psychological symptoms to look for
- a complete look at the medical and home care options and insurance policies available to patients
- a special discussion of Lyme's effects on women, children, and the elderly
- an expanded resource guide, with listings of news publications, state-by-state support groups, and special family services
This fully updated third edition informs readers of the latest medical findings in diagnosing and treating Lyme disease-providing crucial information about newly discovered Lyme-related illnesses, electromagnetic procedures, clinical and antibiotic therapies, and curative nutritional products now on the market. A longtime bestseller, this authoritative book is an essential tool for all Lyme disease sufferers.
..".Lang's work is the most comprehensive. Well written and well documented, this is recommended for all consumer health collections."
| Foreword | p. xi |
| Introduction | p. 1 |
| Recognizing the Varied Aspects of Lyme Disease | |
| Lyme Disease: The Cost in Human Terms | p. 7 |
| Recognizing Symptoms and Seeking Help | p. 24 |
| Co-infections Mean Complications | p. 41 |
| Developing a Therapeutic Alliance | p. 46 |
| Translating Those Tests into English | p. 55 |
| "I'm Not Crazy, I Have Lyme!" | p. 68 |
| The Politics of Diagnosing Lyme Disease | p. 86 |
| Special Ages, Special Problems | |
| The Young Child | p. 107 |
| The Teenager | p. 121 |
| Women | p. 134 |
| The Pregnant Woman | p. 139 |
| The Elders | p. 148 |
| Lyme Disease in Animals | p. 157 |
| Getting Treatment and Support | |
| Treatment: The Long and Short of It | p. 167 |
| Chronic Lyme Disease | p. 184 |
| Home Care Systems: The Modern House Call | p. 190 |
| What's Insurance For? | p. 202 |
| Diet and Nutrition | p. 219 |
| Adjunctive and Supportive Therapies | p. 226 |
| Practical Prevention and Public Health | p. 236 |
| Support and Activism: A Vital Link | p. 249 |
| Conclusion: A Challenge to Fight | p. 261 |
| Glossary of Terms | p. 265 |
| Lyme Disease Support Groups | p. 273 |
| Helpful Links and Websites | p. 297 |
| Active Newsletters | p. 305 |
| Bibliography | p. 309 |
| Acknowledgments | p. 321 |
| Index | p. 323 |
| Table of Contents provided by Ingram. All Rights Reserved. |
ISBN: 9780805075632
ISBN-10: 0805075631
Audience:
General
Format:
Paperback
Language:
English
Number Of Pages: 337
Published: 1st June 2004
Dimensions (cm): 21.0 x 14.0
x 2.2
Weight (kg): 0.326
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