This ground-breaking resource for people with migraines contains the most up-to-date information on breakthrough drug therapies and specific techniques to help control migraines.
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These two books aim to help migraine sufferers regain control of their lives. Each achieves this goal by thoroughly discussing the diagnosis, treatment, and impact of environmental factors and lifestyle on migraines, and each combines input from medical professionals with a readable style. Written by two experienced journalists in the health field in conjunction with The American Council on Headache Education, Migraine: The Complete Guide covers topics not found in Managing Your Migraine: migraine demographics, migraine in men and children, and coping with family, school, office, traveling, and health insurance. The strength of Managing Your Migraine lies in its emphasis on research and the provision of a thorough bibliography. The citations are primarily from professional books and journals published between 1987 and 1992. Burks, who has a master's in counseling, encourages a continuous process of keeping up with the latest research and promotes the use of libraries, health agencies, and periodical subscriptions to do so. She also places a greater emphasis on diet, devoting two chapters to the topic, with appendixes of recipes and food charts. While both books discuss the latest drug, Imitrex, Burks provides more practical information for its use and details potential problems caused by nonmigraine drugs. With 23 million Americans suffering from migraines, including 20 percent of all U.S. women, there is room for both these reasonably priced books in all public and consumer health education libraries.
Mary Prottsman, Medical Lib., Enterprise, Ala.
Copyright 1994 Reed Business Information, Inc.
Mary Prottsman, Medical Lib., Enterprise, Ala.
Copyright 1994 Reed Business Information, Inc.
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This ground-breaking resource for people with migraines contains the most up-to-date information on breakthrough drug therapies and specific techniques to help control migraines.
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A good overview of causes, types and treatment options,
By Teresa (vlnw66a@prodigy.com) (New York City) - See all my reviews
This review is from: Migraine: The Complete Guide (Paperback)
Written in everyday, non-judgemental language, the guide distinguishes between different types of headaches and migraines, and proceeds to offer treatments currently available. It's very respectful of the debilitating nature of this condition and really encourages the migraineur to take charge of his/her treatment and research as much as possible. I appreciated that they gave neutral comparisons of acute and preventive drugs, and covered a variety of non-drug approaches. Chiropractic was not recommended by them, although it has turned out to be a valid treatment for me, as well as attention to thyroid. There is also a supplemental reading list, as well as lots of positive support and encouragement to continue searching for what's right for you, which I found empowering. Also, a section for the family members to read who are affected by the migraineur's condition, and other specialized sections. A great reference to bring to your physician, and a good book for your family and friends to read if they want to understand more about your affliction.
3 of 3 people found the following review helpful:
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Fabulous Fabulous!!!,
By Jason Scott McCarty (Greenwood, SC United States) - See all my reviews
This review is from: Migraine: The Complete Guide (Paperback)
I visited the Mayo Clinic in Rochester MN to try and find relief for my migraines. My doctor, Dr. Swanson, told me I should read this book. I was a little ticked off because i had throughly researched the subject and frankly thought I knew it all when it comes to my headaches. Imagine my suprise when I started actually reading the book, a month later, and discovered that not only does certain foods trigger but so does the weather. Yes that's right a low pressure front can trigger migraines. I also found out helpful tips to dealing with jackass emergency room doctors who think you are just there to get a "fix". It also should me preventative medications that might work if my current medication does not. This book is a easy read and very informative even to those of us who know it all!
1 of 1 people found the following review helpful:
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Good reference,
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This book was recommended by my specialist and I have shared it with many! Diet is everything!
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