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Peripheral Neuropathy: When the Numbness, Weakness and Pain Won't Stop (American Academy of Neurology Press Quality of Life Guides) Paperback – November 8, 2006

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"Peripheral neuropathy affects 10 to 20 million people in the U.S, including ten per cent of all people who have diabetes. This condition has numerous causes, but can be associated with diseases such as HIV, alcoholism, and lupus, and may result from treatments for other medical conditions, such as cancer chemotherapy. Symptoms include pain, numbness, loss of balance, and tingling in the extremities. Although a widespread condition, most people don't know about it, and when diagnosed find it difficult to obtain information.

Peripheral Neuropathy, by Norman Latov, Professor of Neurology at the Weill Medical College of Cornell University, explains what we know about neuropathy, including its causes and manifestations, and what can be done to manage it. Topics covered include:

  • The causes of peripheral neuropathy
  • Drug therapy for the condition itself and for managing symptoms such as pain
  • Interventional therapy
  • Caring for your feet
  • Personal accounts of people living with neuropathy
  • Alternative medicines, and much more

    This indispensable guide will help millions of people understand this condition so that they can take control of their lives and make informed decisions. In addition, it will be a useful resource for their families, caregivers, and health care providers."

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Norman Latov, MD, PhD, is a Professor of Neurology and Neuroscience, and Director of the Peripheral Neuropathy Clinical and Research Center at the Weill Medical College of Cornell University.

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  • Publisher ‏ : ‎ Demos Medical Publishing; First Edition (November 8, 2006)
  • Language ‏ : ‎ English
  • Paperback ‏ : ‎ 134 pages
  • ISBN-10 ‏ : ‎ 193260359X
  • ISBN-13 ‏ : ‎ 978-1932603590
  • Item Weight ‏ : ‎ 7.6 ounces
  • Dimensions ‏ : ‎ 6 x 0.4 x 8.9 inches
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Norman Latov MD,PhD is Professor of Neurology at Weill Cornell Medicine, where he also served as Director of the Peripheral Nerve Clinical and Research Center. Prior to Joining Weill Cornell Medicine he served as Professor of Neurology at the College of Physicians and Surgeons of Columbia University. His laboratory is credited with discovering anti-MAG and anti-GM1 ganglioside antibodies, and for developing diagnostic tests for these neuropathies in general neurological practice. He authored over 200 publications, including research papers, review articles and books on peripheral neuropathy.

Dr. Latov was a founding member and medical and scientific director of the Neuropathy Association that subsequently merged into the Foundation for Peripheral Neuropathy. He was also a founding partner of Therapath LLC which provides diagnostic neuropathology services for neuropathy, that was subsequently acquired by Inform Diagnostics.

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Customers find the book very informative, with useful references and people's stories. They describe it as a splendid source to start learning about the various forms of peripheral neuropathy. Readers also mention the book is an easy, concise, and well-written read.

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Customers find the book very informative, useful, and good for understanding the process of peripheral neuropathy. They say it's a splendid source to start learning about the various forms and causes of the medical condition. Readers also mention the author did a masterful job outlining every known cause.

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Customers find the book easy to read, concise, and well-written. They say it provides a quick but comprehensive overview and is well worth reading for someone dealing with peripheral neuropathy. Readers also mention the book is simple to understand and provides a clear description of what goes on in the nervous system.

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Bill McLean
5.0 out of 5 stars CRITICAL AND RELIABLE INFORMATION
Reviewed in the United States on March 30, 2012
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Beware of doctors who under treat and downplay the seriousness of Neuropathy.

I have been struggling with the pain and tingling of feet and hands for several years. My primary doctor (of eight years) just shrugged it off and said "It's probably just Neuropathy, nothing serious." He recommended Alive for the pain.

On my last visit with my physician I again complained that my nerve, joint, and muscle pain was getting worse. I had trouble sleeping even four hours a night. I was having difficultly walking straight. As I spoke a sharp and intense pain struck the back of my left hand. I couldn't help but react. Then he said, with a smile: "Nobody should live past 75." (I'm 73.)

After I fired him I found another primary care Physician who prescribed a better medication for my pain. His initial examination was the most through I have ever experienced. He also refereed me to a Neurologist.

The Neurologist used a machine to administer jolts of electricity at various places on my feet, legs, arms, and hands. When he was finished he said that I had Moderate Polyneuropathy. He agreed with me that my former physician should have ordered this test, but he couldn't say anything about my prognosis.

With this information I started a search on the Internet. I found that one of the medications my former doctor had me on had the possible side effect of Neuropathy. I conveyed this information to my new primary care physician. The next day his nurse telephoned to tell me that my blood pressure medication WAS the cause of my Neuropathy. My new doctor had reviewed all my lab tests and was certain of this finding. Naturally he changed my medication.

With what I have learned, I expect either a halt of increasing symptom intensity or maybe even the reversal of my symptoms.

I have written so much about my own case because I want readers to know that doctors are just people. "Trust but confirm" is always good policy for important complex interactions. A patient should share the responsibility of having good health with his/her physician(s). And if you can't trust your physician, fire him/her and get another. Your health is a life and death matter. Don't feel guilty. Don't feel regret. There are lots of reasons that exist for this to actually be what your doctor wants. Your doctor may already have too many Medicare or Medicaid patients. Maybe he/she thinks your queer. Maybe the doctor just doesn't like old people. That doctors have a better than average intelligence may be an understatement, but they are just people and not gods.

I give this book 5-STARS because it TRULY is a splendid source to start learning about the various forms and causes of Neuropathy. While the book may warrant an update, it is an easy read and it comes from reliable sources. I ordered the Kindle edition and read it in an afternoon. Anyone suffering with these kinds of symptoms should consult a doctor AND learn as much about Neuropathy as possible - or as much as one thinks appropriate.
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Barb
5.0 out of 5 stars Informative - easy to understand
Reviewed in the United States on October 11, 2023
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My husband has polyneurothapy and is in constant pain, has trouble walking and keeping balance. He has been to several doctors without much relief over the last few years - there doesn't seem to be any one solution that works for all. This book provided us both with two things: (1) a better understanding of the disease & possible food/medication triggers and (2) case stories that somehow legitimized his version of what's going on with him. Like other non-obvious disabilities, it's difficult for those that aren't suffering to understand the struggle. This book helps with that and made my husband feel as though, someone gets this - it is real. I wish we would have found this book a couple of years ago. Reccomend.
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Robert Hare
4.0 out of 5 stars A Complex Look At A Complex Illness
Reviewed in the United States on September 11, 2014
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Written by a doctor for patients, this is an interesting overview of the numerous illnesses that fall within the peripheral neuropathy family. This book provides a good overview of the nervous systems, central and peripheral, symptoms, causes, treatments and outlook for patients.

Because the human nervous system is infinitely complex and the failures and symptoms that fall within peripheral neuropathy are many, the explanations are necessarily complex. The diverse possible causes for this collective illness and the many manifestations of the illness is a bit overwhelming. The reader is left to try to match her symptoms to the various symptoms to try to find our where she falls within the illness. And, unfortunately, while the book offers light on the subject, it offers little promise for effective treatment or a cure. This is the fault of the illness, not the book.

The organization of the material is good and the presentation is well paced. The frustration of trying to figure where you or a family member fits is balanced by the relief that always comes when you discover that there is a name for what you have and that you are not alone in the discomfort or outright suffering.

I recommend this book for anyone suffering from this ailment or for anyone closely involved with someone who has this problem as a window into a very mysterious world.
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5.0 out of 5 stars Helpful in understanding peripheral neuropathy
Reviewed in the United States on October 29, 2014
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I was diagnosed with peripheral neuropathy after having an EMG a few months ago. When I am presented with a diagnosis, I like to have an understanding of what it is I am dealing with. I first got this book out of the library and found it to be very useful. Through it, I have learned about the various types of peripheral neuropathy, the various causes, what the work-up to define the type of peripheral neuropathy an individual has might entail. Since the cause can be elusive, unless you are diabetic (which I am not), it has helped me direct my thoughts to focusing on the manifestations (and how they can fluctuate) and understanding that the underlying pathology in my situation as an important goal from the work-up. There is a very small section on exercise, under the heading of physical and occupational therapy, which basically indicates the importance of the right type of exercise and the aids one might need as the disorder progresses. Since I had been swimming and taking a cardio-core class, I questioned whether what I was doing was helping or harming. This question led me to research exercise and peripheral neuropathy on pub med, which then helped me to determine what I should be doing and to modify my activities accordingly. And it has helped. Dr. Latov appears to be a well-respected authority on pn and reading his book has given me a sense of empowerment while I wait for my work-up appointment. Having read this book will also help me in communicating with the neurologist who will be determining the direction of the work-up.
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Ted Pastrick
5.0 out of 5 stars Clear explaining
Reviewed in the United States on April 8, 2024
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Although there's often not much that can be done for idiopathic neuropathy, my particular version of it, this book gives a clear description of what goes on in the nervous system to cause most neuropathies. Worth it for that reason.
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Patti A. McBride
5.0 out of 5 stars Still suffering after 10+ yrs
Reviewed in the United States on September 25, 2024
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Francine Brien
5.0 out of 5 stars Livraison rapide
Reviewed in Canada on March 2, 2024
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Belle lecture a faire, beau volume intéressant
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1haty
5.0 out of 5 stars Written in VERY easy to understand language and a great tool to use ...
Reviewed in the United Kingdom on May 12, 2017
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A must for anyone, medically trained or not who needs answers to EVERY question and then some regarding all things Neuropathy. Written in VERY easy to understand language and a great tool to use when compiling lists of symptoms/questions for any upcoming appointments. A true investment and a great price
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Reviewed in France on December 8, 2013
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Received exactly as advertised . . . nothing specific to say positive or negative about this item. I'm happy with the product.
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GPO
4.0 out of 5 stars excellent Information
Reviewed in Canada on December 26, 2023
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This publication is very thorough in explaining the various types of Peripheral Neuropathy, its causes and potential issues in dealing with the disease. However, although it self describes its content as being written for those suffering from Neuropathy, the writing is mostly written in very technical medical terms which most people will not understand. There were too many times that I had to look up a certain term or phrase in order to grasp what the authors were saying.

I have read other books on the subject that provided a better explanation and understanding of the disease. So I would highly suggest that sufferers lookup and read other publications and articles and not rely just on one book or source.
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