"Don't panic. Think. I needed to gather up what I knew about hepatitis C. Usually I can collect the information about a diagnosis in little packets from my brain: the pages from the textbook, the slid
Fabry disease is an X-linked inborn error of metabolism wherein deficiency of a lysosomal enzyme results in systemic deposition of glycosphingolipids. Storage deposition, and hence pathological diseas
Thanks to new tools of research and the heightened scientific rigor with which they are applied, medical science has reached a far more heightened understanding of nutrition’s complex relation with di
The type and level of lipids in the blood is now known to play a crucial role in the risk of cardiovascular disease, and researchers in cardiology and other medical specialties here systematically rev
"Addressing a growing epidemic in today's world, Obesity: Evaluation and Treatment Essentials presents practical treatment protocols for obesity, including exercise, pharmacology, behavior modificatio
'Fat China' provides an in-depth analysis of the growing problem of obesity and body image in China as urban lifestyles change and a sizeable middle class emerges. Rising obesity rates are examined in
'Fat China' provides an in-depth analysis of the growing problem of obesity and body image in China as urban lifestyles change and a sizeable middle class emerges. Rising obesity rates are examined in
Approximately 1.5 million people in the United States alone are afflicted with inflammatory bowel disease (IBD), a category of illnesses that includes Crohn’s disease and ulcerative colitis, and that
The Little Black Book of Gastroenterology, Third Edition is a convenient resource offering quick access to vital information at the point of care. Completely revised and updated, the Third Edition of
An increasingly aging population will add to the number of individuals suffering from amyloid. Protein Misfolding Diseases provides a systematic overview of the current and emerging therapies for thes
Written and edited by international experts in gastroenterology this up-to-date volume provides a complete review of the bsic science behind inflammatory bowel disease (IBD), as well as evidence-base
Clinical Dilemmas in Viral Liver Disease is a practical up-to-date handbook providing answers to the questions and challenges that arise in day-to-day practice. Each short chapter addresses a differe
Uncover the Secret to Better Health to Prevent Cardiovascular Disease, Obesity and Other Chronic DiseasesAcidic wastes from processed food and chemical additives have detrimental effects on the human
Celiac Disease For Dummies is the ultimate reference for people with the disease and their family members. The book helps readers identify symptoms of the disease, and explains how doctors definitivel
This totally revised and enlarged new edition offers concise and well-structured chapters each focussing on the clinical, diagnostic, and therapeutic aspects of a condition commonly encountered by the
A personal memoir from the family that inspired the upcoming film Extraordinary Measures, starring Harrison Ford, Brendan Fraser, and Keri Russell—the story of John and Aileen Crowley’s e
Here is a summary of the conclusions of a 2007 meeting where experts in pancreatology worked together to define the current state of knowledge in specific areas of the subject, and to develop ideal pr
Unmasking One of the Most Underdiagnosed Autoimmune Diseases Do you suffer from gastrointestinal complaints, fatigue, headaches, joint pain, anemia, and/or itchy skin conditions? Have you consulted n
Metabolic Syndrome Pathophysiology: The Role of Essential Fatty Acids provides current research exploring the links among insulin, insulin receptors, polyunsaturated fatty acids, brain growth and dise
The number of individuals who are obese or overweight has dramatically increased over recent years and is now becoming epidemic. These individuals are more likely to suffer cardiovascular diseases and
