Multiple Sclerosis: The Facts You Need

by Paul O'Connor

Multiple sclerosis -- MS -- strikes about one in a thousand North Americans, usually in early adulthood, when they are building careers and starting families. Because the disease involves the central... This description may be from another edition of this product.

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 1552093670
• ISBN13: 9781552093672
• Release Date: March 1999
• Publisher: Firefly Books
• Length: 156 Pages
• Weight: 0.45 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.5" x 5.4" x 8.4"

Customer Reviews

terrific resource

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.

Wonderful Resource

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.

Helps to Unscramble the Treminology

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.

Excellent current information! Clear and easy to read.

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, IndexAgain, 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.