Living With Lupus: All The Knowledge You Need To Help Yourself (Paperback)

by Sheldon Paul Blau (Author), Dodi Schultz (Author) "There are as many pictures, as many personal experiences, of lupus as there are people who have it..." (more)
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Editorial Reviews

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Blau ( Lupus: The Body Against Itself , LJ 4/1/77; Doubleday, 1984. 2d ed.) states that one million Americans suffer from lupus, eight out of nine being women. That's a compelling reason for patients, their families, and their friends to learn more about this connective tissue disease, which affects joints and muscles, skin, blood vessels, lung membranes, the heart, and the kidneys. The cause is unknown, but Blau cites theories regarding genetics, a virus, and environmental causes. He describes 11 diagnostic criteria but recommends that final diagnosis be made by a rheumatologist. Blau explains the main drugs prescribed for lupus, emphasizing corticosteroids, and also discusses accompanying problems like anemia and osteoporosis. While he offers some useful information, the omission of a major resource for obtaining a physician, confusing statistics, and potentially misleading comments on the drug Tamoxifen are noted flaws. A better choice would be to contact The Lupus Foundation of America for its current approved reading list.
- Catherine Greene, Bethesda Memorial Hosp. Lib., Boynton Beach, Fla.
Copyright 1993 Reed Business Information, Inc.

Product Description
The definitive source of information for lupus sufferers and their families--with the latest word on possible causes and promising treatments. The authors discuss the medical and personal implications of a whole range of subjects, including a full discussion of symptoms as well as treatments available. Line drawings.

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Product Details

• Paperback: 272 pages
• Publisher: Da Capo Press (November 19, 1993)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 020160809X
• ISBN-13: 978-0201608090
• Product Dimensions: 8.2 x 5.4 x 0.7 inches
• Shipping Weight: 10.9 ounces
• Average Customer Review: 4.8 out of 5 stars See all reviews (6 customer reviews)
• Amazon.com Sales Rank: #993,379 in Books (See Bestsellers in Books)

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Customer Reviews

Most Helpful Customer Reviews

21 of 23 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Extremely informative !!!, March 17, 1999

By A Customer

This book covers all the ins and outs of a disease that is just as much a mystery now as it was years ago. This gives detailed information about what to expect in testing, physician's appointments, symptoms, different treatment options and how to cope with the fact that you have a chronic disease.

13 of 15 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Substantial and well presented, May 16, 2000

By	Charles Emery "not satisfied" (Whittier, CA USA) - See all my reviews (REAL NAME)

This book provides up to date coverage of a complex and commonly misunderstood disease. It is easy to read and well organized, yet provides a great deal of detail. Suggestions for action as well as for further inquiry are provided.

3 of 3 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Great Read, November 6, 2005

By	anonymous1234 (USA) - See all my reviews

This review is from: Living with Lupus: The Complete Guide, Second Edition (Paperback)

WOW! This is was a well written book and has answered many of my questions. I was pleased to see there was a whole chapter dedicated to Antiphospholipid Antibody Syndrome. This book will stay in my personal library.