The Asthma Sourcebook 3rd Edition (Sourcebooks) [Paperback]

Francis Adams (Author)

Book Description

Publication Date: December 9, 2006

"Authoritative, comprehensive."
--Library Journal

"Logical and straightforward."
--Harvard Women’s Health Watch

"[Dr. Adams] succeeds admirably."
--Consumer Health Information Sourcebook

Written by an award-winning pulmonary specialist and one of New York magazine’s “Best Doctors in New York,” The Asthma Sourcebook explores the latest therapies, medications, diet and nutrition guidelines, and provides you with advice on living with this chronic disorder. This trusted source also examines the challenges of raising children with asthma; debunks commonly held beliefs about food, travel, and exercise; and pinpoints real asthma-causing allergens and how you can avoid them.

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From the Back Cover

Breathe a little easier, with help from the most trusted guide to living with asthma

The Asthma Sourcebook shows you how to recognize asthma symptoms and triggers, avoid asthma attacks, and determine the treatment that's best for you. Written by an award-winning doctor, this all-in-one sourcebook features the most comprehensive, up-to-date information available, including

• How to avoid harmful allergens and asthmatic attacks
• Effective new medications on the market
• Treatment strategies and alternative therapies
• Helpful lifestyle tips for adults and children
• Special considerations, including pregnancy, exercise, and occupational asthma
• And much more

With a newly expanded directory of medical resources, websites, and support groups, The Asthma Sourcebook is a breath of fresh air for anyone who wants to live a healthier, happier life.

"Authoritative, comprehensive."--Library Journal

"Logical and straightforward."--Harvard Women's Health Watch

About the Author

Francis V. Adams, M.D., is a pulmonary specialist in private practice and an assistant professor of clinical medicine at New York University. He has been named one of the best doctors in New York by New York magazine and is listed in Top Doctors: New York Metro Area by Castle Connolly Medical Ltd. He is the author of The Breathing Disorders Sourcebook and Healing Through Empathy.

Product Details

• Paperback: 256 pages
• Publisher: McGraw-Hill; 3 edition (December 9, 2006)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 0071476520
• ISBN-13: 978-0071476522
• Product Dimensions: 9.2 x 7.3 x 0.8 inches
• Shipping Weight: 1 pounds (View shipping rates and policies)
• Average Customer Review: 5.0 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (6 customer reviews)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #232,480 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)
  • #29 in Books > Health, Fitness & Dieting > Disorders & Diseases > Respiratory
  • #83 in Books > Health, Fitness & Dieting > Disorders & Diseases > Allergies

More About the Author

My father was a physician and my mother a nurse so that I feel I was born into medicine. My earliest memories are going on house calls and to the hospital with my Dad to see patients. This upbringing had a great impact on me and my brother and sister who are both health care professionals. I started working in hospitals in my teens, at first cleaning the operating rooms and then taking EKGs and breathing tests. I learned alot from my father who treated his patients as individuals, not as diseases. He treated everyone equally, rich or poor, and often accepted goods for his services or nothing at all if he felt his patient could not afford to pay. I also inherited from my parents a love and appreciation of art and beauty, nature, the dignity of animals, and a love of history. I majored in history in college and considered a career in diplomacy before deciding on medicine.

Customer Reviews

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3 of 3 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Everyone with asthma should give this book a try, April 4, 2011

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This review is from: The Asthma Sourcebook 3rd Edition (Sourcebooks) (Paperback)

I have found some pretty good information in this book that I've already put into place. The difference has not been completely life changing, but I have noticed that little things don't bother my asthma as much as they used to. Nor do I reach for my rescue inhaler as often. I've been reading about asthma off and on all through my life, and this book is the most inclusive of them all. I do wish some of the sections had been expanded, such as how diet and environment affects asthma, but it does give a good starting point for your own further research.

The material is presented in a nice, progressive order that makes for easy reading - something not many self-help/self-health books can claim. It's not dry reading even with all the scientific and technical information he presents. I liked that he didn't "dumb down" the material as it would have taken away from the effectiveness. He opens a dialogue with the reader that allows for a natural progression for the reader to then discuss the information in this book with their primary care doctor or pulmonologist.

Another reason why I enjoyed this book is that the author doesn't focus solely on one mode of treatment. Aspects of clinical, holistic and complementary treatments are discussed as well as the ways each of these therapies can either help or harm each other. The author himself never makes the ultimate choice as to which he believes is the be-all-end-all treatment for asthma. That choice is left up to the reader because the author has done an excellent job of arming the reader with a good knowledge base.

Anyone looking to become more involved and educated in the treatment of their asthma should consider this book. It's not directly aimed for children, but parents would certainly benefit from the material. I would highly recommend this book to anyone with asthma, not only to gain personal knowledge, but to develop a better, more understanding relationship with the doctor treating you which can increase the quality and pace of care you receive.

4 of 5 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Informative and helpful guide, February 23, 2007

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Lisa Larossa Haid (NY, NY) - See all my reviews
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This review is from: The Asthma Sourcebook 3rd Edition (Sourcebooks) (Paperback)

I am a physical therapist who has worked in pulmonary medicine for over 20 years. I found this book to be helpful and informative for asthma sufferers and their families. It is very "user friendly" for the lay person, as well as an appropriate medical guide for the healthcare practitioner. I highly recommend this book.

6 of 8 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars EXCELLENT RESOURCE, April 1, 2007

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Joel Berger "JODY BERGER" (LI, NEW YORK) - See all my reviews
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This review is from: The Asthma Sourcebook 3rd Edition (Sourcebooks) (Paperback)

THIS IS A TRULY COMPREHENSIVE, WELL WRITTEN BOOK THAT IS A MUST READ FOR BOTH THE HEALTH PROFFESIONAL AND THE LAY PERSON. READING THIS BOOK HAS GIVEN ME A THOROUGH EDUCATION ON ASTHMA. OWNING THIS BOOK GIVES ME AN EXCELLENT RESOURCE TO REFER BACK TO.