The Fainting Phenomenon: Understanding Why People Faint and What Can Be Done About It [Paperback]

Blair P. Grubb MD (Author), Mary Carole McMann MPH (Author)

Book Description

ISBN-10: 0879934913 | ISBN-13: 978-0879934910 | Publication Date: September 15, 2001 | Edition: 1

This text is a straightforward guide to the phenomenon of fainting, its diagnosis and treatment, also covering parallel problems such as orthostatic intolerance, hypotension and chronic fatigue. An extensive glossary of related terms is also included. This volume would be of interest as an introduction to the general physician or for the layperson who seeks reassurance after suffering fainting phenomena or witnessing such problems in a family member.

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This book is packed with information in ‘layman’s terms’ – @we ordinary (non-medical) people’ can then start to understand different types of faints that are being experienced or witnessed. The book can get very technical in parts, but not overly, regarding the heart, brain and systems. The Fainting Phenomenon book by Blair Grub should be in every surgery in the UK, it is a must that every Dr should have to hand. This is also a very good book for anyone who faints, be they patient, parents or carers, it will set them off on the road to ask the right questions with medical people to obtain a diagnosis for faints to put people (old or young) who suffer from this phenomenon at ease.

It is a must read and should be a best seller in every UK surgery and hospital!

About the Author

Blair P. Grubb, Blair P. Grubb grew up in Baltimore, Maryland. He earned his degree from the University of Pennsylvania, specializing in cardiovascular disease and electrophysiology. He became a Professor of Medicine and Pediatrics at the Medical College of Ohio in Toledo in 1988. Since then, Grubb has researched the causes of fainting and autonomic nervous system disorders. Grubb has written over 130 scientific papers and was coeditor of a textbook on fainting entitled, "Syncope: Mechanisms and Management," which was published in 1988. In 1994, he received the University of Maryland's Distinguished Alumnus Award and in 1996 received the Medical College's Dean's Award for Teaching Excellence. Grubb also writes poetry and prose.

Mary Carole McMann, Mary Carole McMann has had a long career in writing and researching for medical programs. In 1996, she became a full time freelance medical/health writer. She is the owner of Marimac Communications based in Houston, Texas. She writes health related books and develops continuing education projects for medical and health professionals.

Product Details

• Paperback: 138 pages
• Publisher: Wiley-Blackwell; 1 edition (September 15, 2001)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 0879934913
• ISBN-13: 978-0879934910
• Product Dimensions: 8.8 x 5.9 x 0.4 inches
• Shipping Weight: 9.1 ounces
• Average Customer Review: 5.0 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (2 customer reviews)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #1,316,158 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)

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8 of 8 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars A Must-Read for Anyone with Syncope!!, September 1, 2002

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This review is from: The Fainting Phenomenon: Understanding Why People Faint and What Can Be Done About It (Paperback)

Why do some people keep experiencing syncope or prodromal syncope? Dr. Grubb and Ms. McMann have crafted a basic, well-written book packed with information about syncope. This book is an information goldmine for anyone who has been to the hospital E.R. with a family member who has fainted. For those who have fainted, this book provides reassurance that there are things that can be done to mitigate the problem.

1 of 1 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Very informative and thorough presentation on fainting, December 22, 2010

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This review is from: The Fainting Phenomenon: Understanding Why People Faint and What Can Be Done About It (Paperback)

The booklet is a good resource on fainting, its causes and treatments,including evaluation of the benefits and risks of the few medications available. It is worthwhile reading for anyone suffering from low blood pressure and sudden losses of conciousness after meals and while standing. The only thing I don't understand is why Amazon.com insists on adding "bloe" to my last name. They certainly know better.