Celiac Disease For Dummies is the ultimate reference for people with the disease and their family members.The book helps listeners identify symptoms of the disease, and explains how doctors definitively diagnose celiac disease. It outlines how celiac disease affects the body, and what its consequences could be if untreated. The authors explain how celiac disease is treated, not only through the elimination of gluten from the diet, but with additional nutri...

The ultimate Canadian guide to prescription medicationOver half of all Canadians take at least one prescription drug, but most of us know very little about the medication we're taking, including why we've been prescribed anything in the first place. Understanding Prescription Drugs Canadians For Dummies will answer many of the questions Canadians have about prescription drugs, but were afraid ask our doctors and pharmacists. Topics covered include:* What a prescription drug ...

Pharmacy technicians today play a vital role in the pharmacy business and at other pharmacy practice sites. Technicians interact with patients, physicians, nurses, and health insurance providers. They work under the pharmacist's supervision and are allowed to assist in pharmacy activities that do not require the professional judgment of a pharmacist. Technicians are becoming more involved in the production and technical aspects of pharmacy, while pharmacists have become more involved with ...

Drugs have played a major role in treatment for thousands of years. Most of us have taken, or will take, medicines at some time in our lives to cure, prevent, delay or mask the symptoms of ill health. Prescription Medicines is the perfect practical companion, providing a clear picture of which drugs are best for which conditions, what they do and what the possible side effects are. It also indicates how effective prescription remedies may be in treating common conditions.Covering M...

What does a diagnosis of PCOS really mean? Dr John Eden, women's health and hormone expert, identifies the causes, dispels the myths, and explains how to manage this silent epidemic. This is a much needed account of the polycystic ovary, written by an international expert. Women and their partners will find the information on this common disorder fascinating and very readable. John Studd, DSc, MD, FRCOG, Professor of Gynaecology, Imperial College, UK Women with PCOS are often initially fea...

If you or a loved one has been diagnosed with a thyroid condition, you’ve probably found out at least a little about this mysterious gland—just enough to want to look for answers to the many questions that keep popping up in your mind. What causes this condition? How is it treated? What can you do to get healthy again?Thyroid for Dummies, 2nd Edition gives you the detailed information you're looking for on new methods for detecting thyroid disease in both adults and childr...

Biology 12 begins with the Chemistry of Life, where the structure and function of biochemicals is examined. The next four units: Cytology, DNA, Membrane Function and Enzymes prepare learners for understanding six organ-systems of the human body that are presented, namely digestive, circulatory, nervous, respiratory, urinary and reproductive. Each of the book’s eleven units contain many questions (diagram-based, short answer and multiple choice) linked to their answers for self-testing and ...

Graves' Disease, a common form of hyperthyroidism characterized by a goiter and often a slight protrusion of the eyeballs, currently affects approximately 200 million people worldwide, three million in the United States alone. This work addresses both typical and special concerns of patients with Graves' Disease, discusses its association with related autoimmune disorders, and emphasizes the patient's role in the healing process. Included are chapters with basic information on the disease,...

Unravel the mysteries behind anemia's diverse forms, from iron deficiency anemia to hemolytic and aplastic anemia, and gain a deep understanding of their underlying mechanisms. Empower yourself with the treatments and prevention strategies, carefully curated by the Iron Disorders Institute.Inside these pages, you'll find:Comprehensive explanations of different types of anemia, their prevalence, and risk factors.An in-depth exploration of iron metabolism, abs...

Hair loss can have a devastating effect on peoples self-esteem. Its a condition that affects approximately 60 percent of women and 85 percent of men at some time in their lives. In The Hair-Loss Cure, author Dr. David H. Kingsley helps you find out why you are losing hair, helps you choose the right treatments, and helps you cope with the psychological and lifestyle problems often caused by losing your hair.As a hair-loss specialist who successfully battled his own hair loss, Dr. K...

In 2001 Graves' Disease: A Practical Guide described the causes, diagnosis, treatment and disease course of Graves' disease and other hyperthyroid disorders, such as toxic multinodular goiter, thyroiditis, resistance to thyroid hormone, and hyperthyroidism caused by medications and genetic mutations.The present work continues the above but focuses on subsequent advances in disease pathology, including discoveries regarding the genetic, immune system, and environmental fact...

Includes information on the latest thyroid treatmentsUnderstand and manage your thyroid conditionDon't get pushed around by the little gland in your neck. Whether you suffer from an underactive or overactive thyroid, nodules, or a goitre, Thyroid For Dummies has all the jargon-free information you need to get to grips with the problem and expert advice on how to get your condition under control.Discover how to* Tell if you have a thyroid problem* Under...