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THE MOST UP-TO-DATE INFORMATION ON TREATING KIDNEY STONES
Living with Kidney Stones is a health resource for anyone who has ever suffered with the pain of kidney stones.
One in 10 individuals will suffer from kidney stones at some point in their life. Composed of hard, painful mineral deposits forming inside the kidneys, these stones are both crippling and potentially chronic. Thankfully, patients can take action to reduce their chances of developing or redeveloping kidney stones by following a good diet, observing proper self-care, and adopting a comprehensive wellness plan.
To that end, Living with Kidney Stones offers the most up-to-date information on this illness, paired with heartfelt insight from an actual kidney stone sufferer.
Living with Kidney Stones also includes:
• Easy-to-understand information on types and causes of kidney stones
• The latest information on kidney stone testing
• Traditional and alternative options for a broad, full-body approach to wellness
• Guidance on self-care techniques for patients, families and caregivers
• Valuable medical and community resources for kidney stone sufferers
Learning to manage your risk factors for kidney stones can seem overwhelming, but by taking everything one day at a time and making sure you’re provided with the care and support you need, you can minimize your risk while maximizing your quality of life. Don’t just live with kidney stones—live well.
Living with Kidney Stones is a health resource for anyone who has ever suffered with the pain of kidney stones.
One in 10 individuals will suffer from kidney stones at some point in their life. Composed of hard, painful mineral deposits forming inside the kidneys, these stones are both crippling and potentially chronic. Thankfully, patients can take action to reduce their chances of developing or redeveloping kidney stones by following a good diet, observing proper self-care, and adopting a comprehensive wellness plan.
To that end, Living with Kidney Stones offers the most up-to-date information on this illness, paired with heartfelt insight from an actual kidney stone sufferer.
Living with Kidney Stones also includes:
• Easy-to-understand information on types and causes of kidney stones
• The latest information on kidney stone testing
• Traditional and alternative options for a broad, full-body approach to wellness
• Guidance on self-care techniques for patients, families and caregivers
• Valuable medical and community resources for kidney stone sufferers
Learning to manage your risk factors for kidney stones can seem overwhelming, but by taking everything one day at a time and making sure you’re provided with the care and support you need, you can minimize your risk while maximizing your quality of life. Don’t just live with kidney stones—live well.
Living With Alpha-1 Antitrypsin Deficiency (A1AD)
by Samantha Bowick and Marie Bowick
Published 27 August 2019
BEST BOOK AWARD 2019 FINALIST - HEALTH: GENERAL (AMERICAN BOOK FEST)
A knowledgeable handbook with a patient's perspective for those afflicted with the incurable disease known as Alpha-1 Antitrypsin deficiency (A1AD).
Alpha-1 Antitrypsin deficiency (A1AD) is a rare genetic, incurable disease which causes the liver to not produce enough of a certain protein that protects and keeps the lungs functional. 100,000 people in the United States have A1AD and 19 million more are carriers for the disease. Since it's so rare, the information available about A1AD has been lacking especially for those suffering unknowingly with the disease. Living with Alpha-1 Antitrypsin Deficiency offers the most up-to-date and comprehensive information on this illness and includes first-hand experience from someone managing the disease. Living with Alpha-1 Antitrypsin Deficiency also includes expert advice from doctors and researchers tackling the disease, with tips on recognizing symptoms and getting the most effective help possible.
A knowledgeable handbook with a patient's perspective for those afflicted with the incurable disease known as Alpha-1 Antitrypsin deficiency (A1AD).
Alpha-1 Antitrypsin deficiency (A1AD) is a rare genetic, incurable disease which causes the liver to not produce enough of a certain protein that protects and keeps the lungs functional. 100,000 people in the United States have A1AD and 19 million more are carriers for the disease. Since it's so rare, the information available about A1AD has been lacking especially for those suffering unknowingly with the disease. Living with Alpha-1 Antitrypsin Deficiency offers the most up-to-date and comprehensive information on this illness and includes first-hand experience from someone managing the disease. Living with Alpha-1 Antitrypsin Deficiency also includes expert advice from doctors and researchers tackling the disease, with tips on recognizing symptoms and getting the most effective help possible.
Health resource for those who have ever had their gallbladder removed and still experienced pain and symptoms.
Approximately 20 million people in the United States have gallstones, hardened deposits of bile that can form in your gallbladder. Each year approximately 300,000 surgeries are performed to remove gallbladders due to pain and complications from gallstones. Furthermore, after gallbladder removal, patients can have other health issues arise like gallstones forming in the bile duct, sphincter of oddi dysfunction, and irritable bowel syndrome. Living with Gallbladder Issues offers the most up-to-date and comprehensive information on these issues and includes first-hand account from someone who has experienced it. Living with Gallbladder Issues also includes expert advice from hepatologists, gastroenterologist, other doctors and researchers tackling this health condition, including tips on recognizing common symptoms, best ways to decrease risk, options for effective treatment plans as well as dealing with issues and complications after surgery.
Approximately 20 million people in the United States have gallstones, hardened deposits of bile that can form in your gallbladder. Each year approximately 300,000 surgeries are performed to remove gallbladders due to pain and complications from gallstones. Furthermore, after gallbladder removal, patients can have other health issues arise like gallstones forming in the bile duct, sphincter of oddi dysfunction, and irritable bowel syndrome. Living with Gallbladder Issues offers the most up-to-date and comprehensive information on these issues and includes first-hand account from someone who has experienced it. Living with Gallbladder Issues also includes expert advice from hepatologists, gastroenterologist, other doctors and researchers tackling this health condition, including tips on recognizing common symptoms, best ways to decrease risk, options for effective treatment plans as well as dealing with issues and complications after surgery.