Positive Options for Antiphospholipid Syndrome (APS): Self-Help and Treatment [Paperback]

Triona Holden (Author), M.D. Graham Hughes (Foreword), M.D. Robert Roubey (Foreword)

Book Description

Publication Date: March 2003 | Series: Positive Options for Health

APS (also known as “sticky blood syndrome”) makes the blood clot too easily. It is often the cause of multiple miscarriages and is potentially fatal. Increasingly common, it threatens to become more prevalent than MS and lupus. This book takes an important look at this dangerously under-diagnosed autoimmune disease and provides medical information, case studies, and patient interviews to help the reader learn to cope.

Product Details

• Paperback: 144 pages
• Publisher: Hunter House; 1 edition (March 2003)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 0897934091
• ISBN-13: 978-0897934091
• Product Dimensions: 8.7 x 5.5 x 0.4 inches
• Shipping Weight: 7.2 ounces (View shipping rates and policies)
• Average Customer Review: 4.5 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (10 customer reviews)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #449,939 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)

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15 of 15 people found the following review helpful:

4.0 out of 5 stars Finally, there's "a" book on APS!, March 1, 2004

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This review is from: Positive Options for Antiphospholipid Syndrome (APS): Self-Help and Treatment (Paperback)

Two years ago, after two clots while only 32-33 years old, I was diagnosed with APS. I've really searched and struggled to find information on this topic, even reading and re-reading through medical journals my doctor gave me when she couldn't find patient information to answer my questions. There exists no adequate information on this topic online. This book's content is limited but clear and concise and far exceeded my expectations. The case studies are extremely helpful. One story even clarified some critical misinformation I've carried that could have led me to my third clot! I found some parts opened my eyes (and were emotionally painful) but most were hopeful and optimistic. Most importantly, it did for me what I think the writer intended... it revived my motivation to be my own advocate, to not surrender responsibility for my medical condition to anyone (including doctors) and never stop educating myself. The only improvement to content that I could suggest is the addition of practical suggestions on prevention of symptoms and dealing with it.

15 of 16 people found the following review helpful:

4.0 out of 5 stars Pleasantly Surprised with the Info Here!, September 4, 2003

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This review is from: Positive Options for Antiphospholipid Syndrome (APS): Self-Help and Treatment (Paperback)

When I was diagnosed with antiphospholipid antibodies earlier this year, I was unable to find much more information on the syndrome than a page or two on an outdated website, or the same blahbittyblah medical terminology. When I tripped over this book, I ordered it, figuring it would be little more than a glorified pamphlet.

I was pleasantly surprised! While it is by no means a textbook on APA and the ramifications of living with the syndrome, it had more information on the condition than I have found ANYWHERE, including what I learned from my doctors. I initially turned straight to the recurrent miscarriages section of the book (the book is divided into chapters on the different manifestations of APA: migraines, heart conditions, recurrent miscarriages, strokes, etc.) as that is how APA affects me, but I later found the other chapters to be just as informative, even though I hadn't thought they applied to my situation.

All in all, I was very pleased with this book. It exceeded my expectations!

5 of 6 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Really Pulls It All Together, September 5, 2006

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This review is from: Positive Options for Antiphospholipid Syndrome (APS): Self-Help and Treatment (Paperback)

I have done a lot of online research regarding APS. While most sites have nice information, it is usually only a page or two, highlighting bits and pieces. This book really pulls it all together, clearly linking symptoms to help define the "big picture" - both historical and forward looking. It is also in an easy to read format that covers a good amount of information without being overwhelming. Nice credibility with the Foreword by Dr. Hughes and Dr. Roubey. This is a must have for APS patients and family!