Angelman syndrome is a complex genetic disorder that was first described in 1965 by the English physician Dr. Harry Angelman. At the time, three children who presented a variety of disabilities were admitted to his center. Although at first sight it looked like they were suffering from different disorders, Dr. Angelman felt that there was a common cause for their conditions. He was right. The condition--caused by a chromosomal abnormality--Angelman syndrome is typically diagnosed between the ages of three and seven, and in some cases, it is misdiagnosed for other conditions. This informative...
Angelman syndrome is a complex genetic disorder that was first described in 1965 by the English physician Dr. Harry Angelman. At the time, three child...
Cushing's syndrome, sometimes called hypercortisolism or hyperadrenocorticism, owes its name to Harvey Cushing, the physician who first described this condition in 1932. This condition is an endocrine disorder that occurs when your body's tissues are exposed to high levels of the hormone cortisol for a long period of time. If you are suffering from this devastating disorder, you need this book: it's packed with all the vital information you need to know on causes, tests, and treatments.
Cushing's syndrome, sometimes called hypercortisolism or hyperadrenocorticism, owes its name to Harvey Cushing, the physician who first described this...
Congenital adrenal hyperplasia, also known as 21-hydroxylase deficiency or adrenogenital syndrome, is a genetic disorder in which the adrenal glands don't function properly. As the name itself indicates ("congenital"), this condition is present at birth. If you or a loved one suffers from this devastating condition, this book will give you the information you need to live well and stay healthy. Includes diagnosis information and a variety of treatment options.
Congenital adrenal hyperplasia, also known as 21-hydroxylase deficiency or adrenogenital syndrome, is a genetic disorder in which the adrenal glands d...
Huntington's disease, which is also known as Huntington's chorea, is a progressive genetic autosomal disorder of the central nervous system that is caused by the degeneration and loss of brain cells. If you or a loved one is affected by this devastating disease, this information packed book will help you make the best treatment choice for the condition.
Huntington's disease, which is also known as Huntington's chorea, is a progressive genetic autosomal disorder of the central nervous system that is ca...
Stiff-Person syndrome, also known as Stiff-Man syndrome or Moersch-Woltman syndrome, is a rare neurological disorder that affects the central nervous system. If you or a loved one is desperate for answers about this devastating disease, this informative and educational book is for you.
Stiff-Person syndrome, also known as Stiff-Man syndrome or Moersch-Woltman syndrome, is a rare neurological disorder that affects the central nervous ...
Addison's disease is a rare disorder of the endocrine system that carries its name after Thomas Addison, the physician who first observed the condition in 1855. This condition develops over the course of several months and leads to the inadequate production of corticosteroid hormones by your adrenal cortex. If you or a loved one has this devastating disorder, this book is for you. Packed with everything you need to know about the causes, tests, and treatments for Addison's disease, this book is a must have for your medical library.
Addison's disease is a rare disorder of the endocrine system that carries its name after Thomas Addison, the physician who first observed the conditio...
Nephrotic syndrome is a condition in which the glomeruli (the filters of the kidneys) in the kidneys are damaged, causing them to leak large amounts of protein from the blood into the urine. When this condition happens in children, it is called childhood nephrotic syndrome or childhood nephrosis. Although a rare condition, it is one of the most common kidney problems found among children. If your child has this potentially devastating condition, this book contains the vital information you need to know for your child's well being.
Nephrotic syndrome is a condition in which the glomeruli (the filters of the kidneys) in the kidneys are damaged, causing them to leak large amounts o...
Pseudotumor cerebri, also known as idiopathic intracranial hypertension or benign intracranial hypertension, is a condition that occurs when the intracranial pressure (the pressure that exerted inside your skull or cranial vault) increases due to the accumulation of cerebrospinal fluid in the cranium. If you or a loved one suffers from this devastating condition, this book will help you navigate the medical quagmire and get the treatment you need.
Pseudotumor cerebri, also known as idiopathic intracranial hypertension or benign intracranial hypertension, is a condition that occurs when the intra...
