Overcoming common problems
3 total works
With an estimated 13 per cent of the UK's population suffering from eczema, this book aims to help both children and adult sufferers. It explains the facts, describing mainstream and complementary approaches to treatment - such as taking evening primrose oil - to relieve this uncomfortable condition. The book explains the causes of eczema, including genetic and immune system defects and environmental factors, addresses the physical and emotional dimensions of eczema, and describes the latest scientific advances.
Despite over 3 million asthma sufferers in the UK, many are still ignorant about asthma, causing much unnecessary suffering and death. This self-help book explains the subject with illustrative case studies. It outlines the causes and symptoms, describes the treatments - including the drugs available and how to use them effectively - and explains what to do in an emergency.