Taking Care: Self-Care for 100 Common Symptoms and 20 Long-Term Ailments - Softcover

Jacobs, Michael B., M.D.

Softcover

ISBN 10: 0679777946 ISBN 13: 9780679777946

Verlag: Random House Inc, 1997

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Book by Jacobs Michael B

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An easy-to-use medical reference book, arranged according to symptoms, helps readers seek the best treatment for the occasion, offers information on self-care, and gives advice on how to cope with long-term ailments. Original. 25,000 first printing.

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ortant member of your health care team is you. As a more effective medical consumer, you'll get the best care at the most reasonable cost, avoiding time-consuming, unnecessary trips to the doctor. Taking Care will help you take charge of your health and medical care.

HELP FOR WHAT AILS YOU
Is your headache, rash, or other symptom nothing to worry about? Or should you bring it to the attention of a health professional? Part I describes common symptoms, from headache, fever, and rash to weight gain or loss, abdominal pain, and heartburn. Each symptom is explained, with possible causes and a simple flow chart of treatment options. You'll know when to call a doctor or nurse information service, seek emergency care, or apply self-care measures.

COPING WITH CHRONIC CONDITIONS
If you have a long-term ailment, you know that understanding your condition, following your treatment program, and monitoring your progress can have an impact on your qual

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• Verlag: Random House Inc
• Erscheinungsdatum: 1997
• ISBN 10: 0679777946
• ISBN 13: 9780679777946
• Einband: Tapa blanda
• Auflage: 1
• Anzahl der Seiten: 224