Endometriosis by Michael Vernon
Endometriosis is a condition where the lining of the womb grows on organs outside of the uterus. It currently affects one in ten women around the world and is being diagnosed in more and more women in their early teens and 20s. It is predicted that by the year 2000, the numbers of women suffering will have risen to around 200 million. Symptoms vary but may include severe period pain, heavy bleeding or pain during intercourse. The pain can be totally debilitating, affecting a woman's ability to lead a normal, fulfilling life and one third of women with the condition have difficulty conceiving. This text offers women practical and safe alternatives to orthodox treatment. Key features of this text include: a description of what endometriosis is and how it affects sufferers; an account of orthodox treatments currently available; the alternative therapies and their effectiveness, including relaxation, aromatherapy and nutrition; and menu suggestions and recipes to help put the advice into practice.
'Many women with endometriosis have found that nutrition can play a major role in overcoming some of the most debilitating effects of the diseaseDian Mills has studied the role of nutrition in treating endometriosis and, together with Michael Vernon, has made this information available in an understandable and compassionate way.' Mary Lou Ballweg; President, International Endometriosis Association 'Fills the void left by the traditional treatment of endometriosis and provides physicians and patients with additional options.' Deborah Metzger, Ph.D. M.D., School of Medicine, Yale University
Dian Mills is a nutritionist, tutor, and lecturer at the Institute of Optimum Nutrition, London. She has been a trustee of the National Endometriosis Society for over 5 years. Michael Vernon is a reproductive physiologist and scientific director at Woman's Hospital of Baton Rouge, Louisiana.
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| ISBN 13 | 9781862043008 |
| ISBN 10 | 1862043000 |
| Title | Endometriosis |
| Author | Michael Vernon |
| Condition | Unavailable |
| Binding Type | Paperback |
| Publisher | HarperCollins Publishers |
| Year published | 1999-06-03 |
| Number of pages | 384 |
| Cover note | Book picture is for illustrative purposes only, actual binding, cover or edition may vary. |
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