Multiple Sclerosis: A Guide for the Newly Diagnosed (2nd Edition) [Paperback]

Ed.D. Nancy J. Holland MSCN (Author), T. Jock Murray OC M.D. FRCPC MACP FRCP (Author), Ph.D. Stephen C. Reingold (Author)

Book Description

ISBN-10: 1888799609 | ISBN-13: 978-1888799606 | Publication Date: December 15, 2001 | Edition: Second Edition

This is a time of great excitement in research and rapid advances in clinical management, such that most people who have multiple sclerosis will be able to lead full and productive lives. Chapters discuss the nature of multiple sclerosis, its management, and guidelines for dealing with all aspects of the disease and its impact on your life. A chapter on services available from the National Multiple Sclerosis Society, a glossary, a list of resources, and additional reading suggestions make this the place to begin your education about MS. Spanish Translation: This book is also available in spanish.

Editorial Reviews

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"...filled with very good advice... Physicians can recommend this book to inquiring patients with a high degree of confidence." -- Daniel B. Heir, Doodly Publsihing Inc, March 2002

"A 'must-have' title for anyone who has recently been diagnosed with MS-and a good idea for familly members and friends." -- InsideMS, Spring 2002

"Multiple Sclerosis is thoughtfully presented, usefully formatted, and informatively recommended guide for the non-specialist general reader." -- The Book Watch, March 2002

. ... an excellent resource for anyone wanting to learn more about MS. -- Rehabilitation Nursing

... provides sound answers to frequently asked questions ... highly recommended... -- The International MS Journal

About the Author

Dr. Nancy Holland and Dr. Stephen Reingold are Vice Presidents of the National Multiple Sclerosis Society, for client services and research, respectively. Dr. Holland is the co-author of Comprehensive Nursing Care in Multiple Sclerosis and Multiple Sclerosis in Clinical Practice. Dr. Murray is the head of the MS Clinic at Dalhousie University in Halifax. He is also the co-author of Multiple Sclerosis: The Guide to Treatment and Management. Together they bring a wealth of experience in working with the special needs of people with a new diagnosis of multiple sclerosis.

Product Details

• Paperback: 120 pages
• Publisher: Demos Health; Second Edition edition (December 15, 2001)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 1888799609
• ISBN-13: 978-1888799606
• Product Dimensions: 8.9 x 6 x 0.4 inches
• Shipping Weight: 9.4 ounces
• Average Customer Review: 4.5 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (6 customer reviews)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #2,200,973 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)

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29 of 30 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars good overview for newly diagnosed, answers many questions, April 10, 1999

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This review is from: Multiple Sclerosis: A Guide for the Newly Diagnosed (Paperback)

The book is very good in providing the first questions a patient would have. I have read three books on the MS subject and this book I found was very good in answering the initial questions. This book was also the book I used to refer back when I had questions.

18 of 18 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Up-to-date and in-depth, July 10, 2002

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This review is from: Multiple Sclerosis: A Guide for the Newly Diagnosed (2nd Edition) (Paperback)

With my wife's recent diagnosis of Multiple Sclerosis (MS), I found myself scrambling around, looking for resources. This book is an excellent resource, one that is well worth consulting first! This second edition was published in 2002, and written by three prominent physicians specializing in MS, which means that it is up-to-date and in-depth.

There are nine chapters in this book. Chapter one explains what MS is and how it is diagnosed. Chapter two looks at the potential causes of MS. Chapter three is an excellent look at the treatments currently available. Chapter four contains practical advice on living with MS, while chapter five gives advice on coping with the disease, and chapter six discuses employment issues. Chapter seven is a hope-bringing chapter on current research into MS, while chapter eight discuses clinical trials. And finally, chapter nine is a short discussion on what your Multiple Sclerosis Society can do for you.

As a person caught up in the life of a Multiple Sclerosis sufferer, I must say that I found this book to be an excellent resource. I highly recommend this to those newly diagnosed, and to their loved ones.

1 of 1 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars great introduction!, June 9, 2006

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Robert W. Smith "Robert Smith, Ph.D." (Virginia, USA) - See all my reviews
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This review is from: Multiple Sclerosis: A Guide for the Newly Diagnosed (2nd Edition) (Paperback)

this book is an excellent introduction to the topic of m.s. it provides a nice summary of ms, diagnosis, cause, treatment, coping, employment issues, treatment / research. the glossary at the end is nice to look up basic questions. the suggested readings and resources at the end of the book are also very helpful. my neuorologist gave this to me to read at the time of diagnosis (after i had already read two dozen books on the topic). my wife found this book helpful. i think that this is an excellent book to purchase, used, if you can find it. there are some books available that provide much broader and deeper coverage, but this fills a niche and is well written. recommended as a good introduction.