Multiple Sclerosis: A Guide for the Newly Diagnosed 3 New edition

Brief Description: Written specifically for those newly diagnosed with multiple sclerosis, as well as family and friends, this essential reference companion serves as a learning guide to the disease. The book discusses the nature of multiple sclerosis, its impact on daily life, guidelines for dealing with all aspects of the disease, and new advances in clinical management that make it possible for MS patients to live full and productive lives. Rounding out this invaluable resource are a glossary, list of additional resources, and suggestions for further reading. Table of Contents: Foreword; What is Multiple Sclerosis and How is it Diagnosed?; What is the Cause of Multiple Sclerosis?; What Treatment is Available?; Unconventional Therapies; Practical Guidelines for Living with Multiple Sclerosis; Coping with Multiple Sclerosis; Employment Issues; Financial and Life Planning; Research in Multiple Sclerosis: The Search for Answers; Searching for Treatments: The "Ins and Outs" of Clinical Trials; How Your Multiple Sclerosis Society Can Help; Glossary; Additional Readings; Resources; Index. Marc Notes: Includes bibliographical references and index. Publisher Marketing: The diagnosis of multiple sclerosis (MS) poses potential concerns related to all aspects of life and plans for the future. Family members and other loved ones are similarly concerned, and everyone involved struggles to make sense of life with this permanent intruder. One of the first responses is usually an active search for information about the disease itself and its potential long-term effects. Chapters discuss the nature of MS, its management, and guidelines for dealing with all aspects of the disease and its impact on your life. A chapter on services available from the National Multiple Sclerosis Society, a glossary, a list of resources, and additional reading suggestions make this the place to begin your education about MS. With education and proper care, most people diagnosed with multiple sclerosis will lead full and productive lives. Multiple Sclerosis: A Guide for the Newly Diagnosed, Third Edition is an essential resource for everything you need to know about MS, and includes new or updated sections on: The most current medical treatments for the management of MS Complementary and alternative medicine and MS Financial and life planning Children with MS Updated diagnostic criteriaReview Citations:

Scitech Book News 06/01/2007 pg. 75 (EAN 9781932603279, Paperback)

Contributor Bio:  Holland, Nancy J Nancy Holland is vice president of the Professional Resource Center and Clinical Programs Department at the National Multiple Sclerosis Society in New York. She holds undergraduate and graduate degrees in nursing and a doctorate in higher and adult education. Dr. Holland is author/editor of more than 60 MS-related articles, books and chapters. She is a founding member of the Board of Directors of the International Organization of MS Nurses (IOMSN) Contributor Bio:  Murray, T Jock, MD T. Jock Murray, MD is Professor of Medical Humanities at Dalhousie University in Halifax, and Director of the Dalhousie MS program. He has served as an officer in numerous Canadian and U. S. medical organizations. He is the recipient of many awards, including the Neilson Award from the Hannah Institute for the History of Medicine for contributions to medical history. He was awarded the Canada 125th Anniversary Medal and has been appointed an Officer of the Order of Canada. Dr. Murray and his wife Janet have four children and five grandchildren. He has written more 200 medical books and articles. Contributor Bio:  Reingold, Stephen C Dr. Stephen C. Reingold is vice president for research programs at the National Multiple Sclerosis Society.