It is estimated over 600,000 gallbladders are removed in the United States yearly through cholecystectomy surgery. Most patients do well after their gallbladders are removed and have few complications or issues. However, 10-15% of the population develop problems after cholecystectomy; which is known as postcholecystectomy syndrome. This book was written by a patient with postcholecystectomy syndrome and offers resources and solutions most doctors do not offer their patients. She also share...

For the first time ever, a patient-driven book has been written about sphincter of Oddi dysfunction. The Sphincter of Oddi Dysfunction Survival Guide is a groundbreaking resource every sphincter of Oddi dysfunction patient, friend or family member of a sphincter of Oddi dysfunction patient, GI doctor, primary care physician, naturopath, and functional medicine practitioner should read. Regardless if your sphincter of Oddi dysfunction is mild or severe, you will find this guide helpful....

Starting by helping you to understand what's happening in your body, Get Started in Massage will give you practical guidance on how to use massage for therapeutic and healing purposes. Step-by-step guides with diagrams and a breakdown of which oils to use and when accompany sections on sports injuries, massage for pregnancy and babies, and self-massage in this no-nonsense guide to an effective healing art.NOT GOT MUCH TIME?One, five and ten-minute introductions to key princ...

The facts:Upwards of 65 million people worldwide suffer from glaucoma.Its the second most prevalent, yet preventable, cause of blindness.It knows no age, race, or locationno one is immune.What you dont know can blind you, but what you do know can save your sight!Those of us in the field of eye care recognize that many of the subjects so masterfully handled by Edith are never discussed in routine doctor visits. Having a book like this as a reference provi...

If you or a family member has been diagnosed with diabetes, you may feel overwhelmed by the challenges associated with this disease. The Everything® Healthy Living Series is here to help. These concise, thoughtful guides offer the expert advice and the latest medical information you need to improve your health. Diabetes can cause complications like neuropathy, vascular disease, and glaucoma. But good health habits and regular maintenance can help you to reduce the likelihood of serious pro...

From an experienced and highly respected authority in the veterinary world comes a comprehensive must-have guide to everything you need to know to ensure high-quality health care for your beloved animal companions.Our pets mean the world to us and we go out of our way to pamper them, from gourmet cat treats to doggie daycare. We should, of course, also demand the very best when it comes to their health. But how do we choose the right veterinarian? How do we know if our pets are rec...

Arthritis is one of the most common diseases that can be crippling to the body. If you suspect you have arthritis then there are many things you should know about the disease and how you can have control. Arthritis can take over your life. You might be in a ton of pain everyday and it may be unbearable. Is your daily life no longer productive because you suffer from a lot of pain? Are you unable to maintain the normal life anymore? Are your joints so tender to the touch that you can barely...

The experts reveal how to interpret and understand your cat's symptomsand what steps to take to ensure its health.This comprehensive and practical book is designed to assist cat owners in understanding their pets' bodies and health based on signs and symptoms of disease, and in determining the most common medical problems that might cause particular symptoms.Adopting the "decision chart" format from popular symptom guides for human ailments, such as the American Medic...

The most comprehensive self-help book ever written for sufferers of poor intestinal health (10 million in the UK). Claire Rayner has praised it as 'a splendidly detailed book… it will be a life-saver for a great many people' and Prof. R. John Nicholls called it 'an invaluable book for anyone with a bowel or digestive problem.'One in five people in the UK suffer from lower gut disorders , which can be extremely painful and embarrassing. In The Good Gut Guide, Stephanie Zinser, a jou...

For generations, doctors have been diagnosing babies with colic, offering little comfort and few solutions to worried, weary parents. But recent medical advances made through cutting-edge technology now reveal that many if not most cases of colic are actually caused by acid reflux. In this revolutionary book, Bryan Vartabedian, a noted pediatric gastroenterologist and the father of two babies with acid reflux, provides hands-on, practical advice about this hidden epidemic–and how to make y...

WHY DO YOUR KNEES HURT?WHAT CAN YOU DO ABOUT IT?Going beyond quick fixes, a leading orthopedic surgeon shows you how to stop damaging and start saving your knees, the body's hardest-working and most complex joint.Once you understand the source of your pain, whether from sports or overuse injuries, osteoarthritis, tendinitis, heredity, or a host of other causes -- then you can choo...

Arthritis is the most common cause of disability in the United States which limits the activities of 19 million adults. There are many different forms of arthritis and each has a different cause. Most all types of arthritis feature pain and inflammation. Arthritis can be secondary to other diseases. There are certain diseases that can also mimic arthritis. As an expert in the field of Rheumatology with over 25 years treating patients in private practice I have written a book which will giv...