Harvard Medical School Guide to Healing Your Sinuses (Harvard Medical School Guides) [Paperback]

Ralph Metson (Author), Steven Mardon (Author)

Book Description

Series: Harvard Medical School Guides | Publication Date: March 15, 2005

This book has the latest, best information on overcoming sinus problems, presented by a leading doctor in the field. It contains complete lifestyle advice including nutrition, exercise, and alternative approaches, in addition to medical treatments. It is written by a renowned authority at Harvard Medical School and covers the latest, best, medical practices as well as what we know about alternative approaches and a recommended lifestyles program. It features step-by-step instructions on effective home remedies and how to tell if surgery is necessary (Dr. Metson believes it rarely is). It includes the truth about myths and misconceptions as well as what we really know about the relationship between fungi and sinus problems, a controversial area of research.

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From the Back Cover

From a leading expert at one of the world's most respected medical schools----learn how to beat sinus infections once and for all

Nobody needs to tell you how painful and annoying sinus problems can be--the pounding headaches and congestion, the perpetually runny nose, and the debilitating fatigue, not to mention sleepless nights, lost work, and ruined vacations. Now you can do something about it by learning what a top expert tells his patients.

In The Harvard Medical School Guide to Healing Your Sinuses, Ralph B. Metson, M.D., a third-generation ear, nose, and throat specialist with more than twenty years of experience, tells you everything you need to know about taming your aching sinuses. A leading national authority in the field, Dr. Metson fills you in on:

• The ABCs of sinusitis, and how to identify the cause of your symptoms
• The entire range of treatments--from saltwater irrigation to laser surgery
• The pros and cons of decongestants, antibiotics, and steroids
• What to expect from surgery, and whether you're likely to benefit from it
• How to develop a total sinus management plan tailored to your needs

About Harvard Medical School Health Guides

Harvard Medical School guides give you the knowledge you need to understand and take control of your health. In every book, a world-renowned expert from Harvard Medical School provides you with the latest information on diagnosis, traditional and alternative treatments, home remedies, and lifestyle changes that can make a powerful difference in your health.

About the Author

Ralph B. Metson, M.D., is a clinical professor at Harvard Medical School who practices at the Massachusetts Eye and Ear Infirmary. His work has been profiled in the New York Times and Wall Street Journal, and he has appeared on "Good Morning America."

Steven Mardon is a freelance writer specializing in health issues who has written for newsletters, newspapers, and magazines for more than ten years.

Product Details

• Paperback: 256 pages
• Publisher: McGraw-Hill; 1 edition (March 15, 2005)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 0071444696
• ISBN-13: 978-0071444699
• Product Dimensions: 9.1 x 6 x 0.6 inches
• Shipping Weight: 11.2 ounces (View shipping rates and policies)
• Average Customer Review: 4.4 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (16 customer reviews)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #223,694 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)
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34 of 37 people found the following review helpful:

4.0 out of 5 stars No real revelations..., May 16, 2006

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This review is from: Harvard Medical School Guide to Healing Your Sinuses (Harvard Medical School Guides) (Paperback)

This is a good book if you know nothing at all about your sinus condition. However, I had already gathered much of this information from good websites. There were a couple of interesting things that I wasn't aware of, but the bottom line is, how is this going to help me? Is it going to give me new ideas so I can get better? Unfortunately, it didn't. If you've already tried nasal irrigations, decongestants, steroid sprays, antihistamines, possible allergy shots and antibiotics, then you know all you can know about treating sinusitis without surgery. If you are facing surgery, then maybe the chapters on what to expect will be useful.

14 of 15 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Great Book for Sinusitis Sufferers, September 12, 2005

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This review is from: Harvard Medical School Guide to Healing Your Sinuses (Harvard Medical School Guides) (Paperback)

I picked up a copy of this book because I have sinusitis. I found the book to be extremely helpful in understanding my problems and in instructing what to do about them. It is written in a way that anyone can understand. You don't have to be a doctor to get what the book is talking about, but it didn't seem so basic that it was patronizing like some medical books for non-doctors. I also liked that it was easy to skip around and I didn't feel like I had to read it from beginning to end. Each chapter stood on its own as helpful in and of itself. I would recommend this book to anyone who has sinus problems.

17 of 19 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Excellent resource, October 5, 2006

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This review is from: Harvard Medical School Guide to Healing Your Sinuses (Harvard Medical School Guides) (Paperback)

The information is coherent and well organized. Yes, it is possible one can glean much of the information from other sites on the Internet. However, doing so would take twice as long as reading the book and one can never tell when they are receiving advice from a real doctor or a quack. Everything in this book is backed by a Clinical Professor at Harvard. Not only does that offer peace of mind, it also gives you an upper hand when trying to get the correct medication from your doctor. "I read in this book by Ralph B Metson from Harvard..." goes a lot farther than "I read on an Internet site somewhere..." I wish I could have read this book years ago.

Of note:
The recommended salt usage for nasal wash is a bit high. Some prefer it that high, I recommend doing Internet research and trying less salt at first, ESPECIALLY if you notice a stinging sensation. Never, ever try to force water through a clogged nose!!

The explanation of Zicam in the book is not quite correct. Zicam is *marketed* as homeopathy, but it is not really homeopathic; it actually contains Zinc. Homeopathy is just water.

Also, I was told Atrovent (in that form) was taken off the market.