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Summary: terrific resource
Review: I bought this book two days after being diagnosed - it was so helpful in understanding what was going on, how to deal with specific symptoms, what to watch out for, etc. It also explained the treatments - from the steroids to the ABC drugs. I sent sopies to my mom and dad because they were freaking out over the whole diagnosis and I didn;t have enough strength for all of us. Knowledge is power and this one gives really good, up to date info - something critical in managing this disease.
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Summary: terrific resource
Review: I bought this book two days after being diagnosed - it was so helpful in understanding what was going on, how to deal with specific symptoms, what to watch out for, etc. It also explained the treatments - from the steroids to the ABC drugs. I sent sopies to my mom and dad because they were freaking out over the whole diagnosis and I didn;t have enough strength for all of us. Knowledge is power and this one gives really good, up to date info - something critical in managing this disease.
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Summary: Exceptionally helpful to someone in their first year
Review: I found this book to be very comprehensive: addressing what MS is, what causes MS, symptoms of MS, diagnosis, symptom management, treatment options, and social aspects. It includes the technical description, but through the use of analogies, makes each description very tangible for the layperson. I found the section on medications (and their evolution) particularly helpful. This book reinforced much of what I've learned through doctors, websites, and support organizations and filled in the gaps where information was lacking. It's an excellent resource for someone who has been newly diagnosed with multiple sclerosis.
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Summary: Wonderful Resource
Review: I have read many resource and reference books over the years, and this is by far my favorite. Easy to read and understand, my questions have yet to go unanswered. An absolute must for the newly diagnosed, and a great quick reference for those of us more experienced.
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Summary: Wonderful Resource
Review: I have read many resource and reference books over the years, and this is by far my favorite. Easy to read and understand, my questions have yet to go unanswered. An absolute must for the newly diagnosed, and a great quick reference for those of us more experienced.
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Summary: Helps to Unscramble the Treminology
Review: I thought this book was excellent. I read it in one sitting! I only wish it was longer, because I found it it be informative and easy to read. It covers important and current information and left me wanting to read more from the author. It clears up the terms you hear all the time and gives examples so there is little confusion (unlike so many books). If you are already very MS literate you might know most of what you will read in this book. IT IS DEFINATELY A GREAT BOOK TO START WITH OR TO GIVE TO FAMILY MEMBERS.
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Summary: great resource
Review: i was diagnosed w/ MS last friday and my doctor basically spent 20 minutes total with me - that included looking at my final mris, doing a reflex test, throwing 4 perscriptions at me and saying yes, you have MS, go talk to the nurse to get IV steroids started. it was a terrible experience but i gladly had already ordered this book and a few others from Amazon and this one in particular i read from cover to cover to try to understand what was happening and what the next steps are. it gives a good overview of what ms is, how its diagnosed, what the causes are thought to be, managing and treating the disease according to symptoms as well as the interferon drugs, and it ends on a hopeful note which i needed at the time. this disease stinks but knowldge really helps you feel a sense of being in control rather than a victim. after reading it i sent copies to my parents to help them understand more too.
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Summary: LOVE IT!
Review: If you only buy one book about this horrible disease, this is the one. Written by an MD in an easy-to-understand style.
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Summary: LOVE IT!
Review: If you only buy one book about this horrible disease, this is the one. Written by an MD in an easy-to-understand style.
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Summary: Excellent current information! Clear and easy to read.
Review: Since my diagnosis with MS only a few weeks ago I searched for current information regarding this disease. I was pleased to find this book. It is extremely informative and answered many of my questions. To help you decide for yourself I have listed the table of contents.Acknowledgments, Chapter 1: What is MS? Chapter 2: What Causes MS? Chapter 3: How Does MS Affect You? Chapter 4: How Is MS Diagnosed? Chapter 5: Managing MS Symptoms Chapter 6: Treating the Disease: Present & Future Chapter 7: Social Aspects of MS Chapter 8: A Final Word Table of Drug Names, Glossary, Further Resources, Index Again, I appreciated the quick reading of the book, the fact that the information is so current, the clarity of topics and all of the information given. This is a great resource to have and I have already referred back to it a few times.
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