Everything you need to know about a pacemaker or defibrillator Implantable cardiac devices are life-saving tools that have been in use for decades. But when you or a loved one has been advised to get a pacemaker, implantable cardioverter-defibrillator (ICD), or cardiac resynchronization therapy (CRT) device, where do you turn for practical information about what life with your device will be like? The fact is that no single source provides patients...

In this book, Stefan Pieper supports doctors and therapists in easily diagnosing FQAD and in better and more adequately dealing with FQAD patients. Fluoroquinolones, as one of the most common and effective groups of antibiotics, are known to have a distinct spectrum of side effects. These adverse effects are rare in percentage terms, but frequent in absolute numbers due to the enormous quantities of prescriptions. Because they are usually quite severe...

"Living with Hypertension - A Practical Guide to Understanding and Managing Your Condition" is a comprehensive guide to help those with hypertension understand and manage their condition. High blood pressure is a common health problem that can lead to serious complications if left untreated. This book provides practical advice and guidance on how to manage hypertension through lifestyle changes, medications, and other treatment options. It covers...

CBD or Cannabidiol: CBD & Cannabis Medicine; Essential Guide to Cannabinoids and Medical Marijuana Discover the relaxing, pain relieving and curing applications of cannabinoids (CBD) The medicinal use of cannabis dates back more than 5000 years. In ancient China, the plant was well known and widely used for its medicinal applications. Today we are faced by new challenges in the medical world. Cancer, anxiety and PTSD are just some of them... The...

L'insuffisance rénale chronique (IRC) est une affection médicale générale majeure dans le monde. Il a été évalué qu'il influence environ 13,4% de la population. Aux États-Unis, plus de 40 millions de personnes souffrent des effets néfastes de l'IRC. De toute façon, il existe très peu de médicaments convaincants pour cette maladie. Cependant, il existe des solutions solides pour les maladies rénales qui sont obscures pour les personnes...

For the first time in a thousand years, Americans are experiencing a reversal in lifespan. Despite living in one of the safest and most secure eras in human history, one in five adults suffers from anxiety as does one-third of adolescents. Nearly half of the US population is overweight or obese and one-third of Americans suffer from chronic pain — the highest level in the world. In the United States, fatalities due to prescription pain medications...

Dr. Saibil's [book] should be required reading for those individuals and families who live with the realities of Crohn's disease and ulcerative colitis. It is a treasure trove for those who are new to the illnesses, and a wonderful reference even for those who have long experiences with them. -- Bruce E. Sands, M.D. M.S., Dr. Burill B. Crohn Professor of Medicine Chief, Henry D. Janowitz Division of Gastroenterology, Mount Sinai School of Medicine,...

Set in Uganda of the sixties with bookends in India and New York, this doctor's story tells of a turbulent political time when colonial Uganda graduated to self-rule. It is also the personal story of an Indian woman living in an independent African country wanting and needing assimilation but regretfully recognizing rejection. It is the story of the exhilaration of living in a country more beautiful than Eden, if sometimes a threatened Eden. But most...

In "The Chronic Fatigue Syndrome Mastery Bible: Your Blueprint for Complete Chronic Fatigue Syndrome Management," delve into a comprehensive guide that not only demystifies the intricacies of Chronic Fatigue Syndrome (CFS) but empowers you with practical strategies for its holistic management. From unraveling the historical perspective and physiological underpinnings to debunking myths and exploring the emotional toll, this book takes a deep dive...

Includes information on almost 2,000 medical disorders and concepts. Each article includes in-depth discussion of causes, symptoms, diagnosis, treatments, procedures, and other related topics. Written for a general audience with an authoritative tone.