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The views of a group of specialists on multisystemic autoimmune diseases are brought together in this book, which describes a selection of the diseases according to what has been called an `integrated approach`. The volume includes descriptions of the clinical picture, histology, laboratory work-up necessary for diagnosis, differential diagnosis, clarification of the mechanisms operative in pathophysiology, specific guidelines for application of immunological laboratory investigations, and practical approaches and advice for therapy. It also gives personal views of the contributors as to which regimen to recommend in a certain situation.

The book will be an invaluable guide for those undertaking post-graduate courses in internal medicine, dermatology, rheumatology, neurology or immunology. ... Read more

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Alexander compiledtouching, interesting, educational and outright amazing stories collected throughout his illustrious career as cook, executive chef, hotel manager, husband and father, to leave something behind for his two daughters.

How he competed with a ghost for his girlfriend,gave up everything to embark on an adventure, had dinner with a pope, and how he dealt with hisdiagnosis of multiple sclerosis are just some of the stories in this volume.

Highly entertaining, quick paced, generously sprinkled with wisdom and humour and laced with recipes collected during 28 years of work. ... Read more

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Special Issue sponsored by an educational grant from Biogen. ... Read more

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THYROID GUARDIAN OF HEALTH examines the impact inadequatethyroid function has on individuals. It starts with an introduction,the fact that hypothyroidism is frequently missed. A brief history ofmedicine's understanding of hypothyroidism is then given. This historyis followed by various environmental factors that are increasing theincidence of hypothyroidism with its accompanying problems. Frequentclinical presentations of hypothyroidism are then given.

The control of the thyroid hormone by the body is next described. Theblood tests used for diagnosis of hypothyroidism are discussed alongwith the reasons the majority of hypothyroid patients are being missedwhen just the blood tests now in vogue are used.

Next the interrelationship with the adrenal hormones, theglucocorticoids is shown. (The glucocorticoids bring fuel to thecells, thyroid hormone regulates the rate this fuel, glucose isutilized.) After a description of the thyroid and adrenal hormoneswhich are available either by prescription or over the counter, thebook goes through all the major areas of the bodily function such asdigestion, circulation and tells how inadequate thyroid functionimpacts each system. Major areas include thyroid's role in heartdisease, diabetes, autoimmune problems, cancer and infections. ... Read more

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Thyroid Guardian of Health
I do not have a functioning thyroid gland due to radio active iodineobliterating my gland - a proceedure i needed to have - to destroy the pre-cancerous nodules which started growing. I was told back then - 30 years ago - that i needed to take synthroid for the rest of my life. however, taking that little pill daily has not always paved a smooth road for me, as often i have health issues with my thyroid and my TSH numbers are often way out of whack - anyway, having to deal with hypothyroidism for most of my adult life, i see a doctor regularly and i also appreciate reading good, informative books about the thyroid. i found this book to be just that and have added it to my library and would recommend it to others. ... Read more