In the United States, more than thirty million men suffer from impotence. Just as Prozac broke the taboo about discussing depression and seeking treatment, the hot new drug, Viagra, has brought the subject of male potency out of the closet and to the attention of men everywhere of one of the world's oldest anxieties: the fear of failure. Consumers need an accurate, up-to-date look at impotence and this new miracle cure: Does Viagra really work? What are its side effects? Will insurance cover it? What isn't my doctor telling me? The Unofficial Guide to Conquering Impotence delivers the inside scoop on impotence: the truth about Viagra, what treatments really work, and how lifestyle changes can aid in conquering it. Substantive, authoritative, and unbiased, The Unofficial Guide to Conquering Impotence covers the medical and the psychological angles while making accessible the medical terminology and procedures that can confuse and intimidate the reader. Readers learn: How to find and select a good urologist and/or psychotherapist All about the effect of specific health problems on erectile function, such as diabetes, prostate trouble, spinal cord injuries, various cancers, high
blood pressure, and heart diseaseThe latest on current prescription drugs -- Viagra, Vasomax, Muse, and Caverject scrutinized The inside scoop on the side effects caused by the miracle pill, Viagra The pros and cons of alternative treatments and gadgets

Unofficial Guide to Impotence

McIlwain, Harris H.

Fulghum Bruce, Debra

Health, Fitness & Dieting

wiley

"This book will certainly become a classic." —H. Kenneth Walker, MD Emory University School of Medicine This book could change your life! Discover this time-tested program for taking control of your health with a treatment plan tailored to your specific problem. You’ll find: 
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<li>Exercise for strength and mobility</li> <li>Stress management</li> <li>Diet and arthritis: new facts, old fiction</li> <li>The most effective treatment methods—including antibiotics, DMSO (Dimethyl Sulfoxide), and surgery—as well as alternative treatments, from acupuncture and herbal remedies to spas and mud baths</li> <li>Complete list of resources and support groups</li> </ul> Expert advice makes a Winning series: "Winning with Osteoporosis is clearly illustrated, readable, and informative…it may be the best handbook on the subject to date and can be recommended to all." —Annals of the Rheumatic Diseases "Easy to follow. I recommend Winning with Back Pain to anyone who wants to live an active life." —Arthur Frommer

Winning with Arthritis

Bruce, Debra Fulghum

Silverfield, Joel C.

Burnette, Michael C.

Diseases & Physical Ailments

Winning With Back Pain

"Easy to follow. I recommend this book to anyone who wants to live an active life, including travel." --Arthur Frommer, Travel Editor If back pain has ever impaired your job performance, stopped you from enjoying your leisure time, or limited your ability to travel, this is the book for you. Written by five leading back pain specialists, this concise guide gives you complete, comprehensive information so you can understand your condition and choose the best course of treatment. And at the heart of this easy-to-read guide is Dr. McIlwain's proven, two-week plan for immediate lasting back pain relief. You'll find: * A guaranteed quick-relief plan based on daily mild exercise that can be performed by back pain sufferers in any age group * The most effective treatment methods * A special chapter on the do's and don'ts of traveling with back pain Praise for additional books from the authors' Winning series: "Winning with Osteoporosis is clearly illustrated, readable, and informative.it may be the best handbook on the subject to date and can be recommended to all."--Annals of the Rheumatic Diseases British Medical Association "The suggestions and wisdom given in Winning with Arthritis are incomparable. This book will certainly become a classic."--H. Kenneth Walker, MD Professor of Medicine Emory University School of Medicine

Winning with Back Pain

Germain, Bernard F.

This updated edition covers new treatments available for osteoporosis such as bone density tests. Features complete information on exercise, diet and prevention of further bone loss. Contains a chapter of expert advice on traveling with osteoporosis. Includes clues to predict which persons are at high risk for this disorder.

Winning with Osteoporosis

Growing older can be a rewarding and fulfilling experience--if you're prepared to meet your changing physical, emotional and financial needs. A complete, no-nonsense guide to health care and emotional well-being for mature adults, it will help you keep control of your life, suggesting a step-by-step program to help you stay very active and very healthy for many years to come. Shows you how to identify and eliminate risks and explains along the way how to plan a sound, nutritious diet (even for special needs), and how to handle emotional ups and downs that often accompany aging. It even provides tables and charts on everything from cholesterol-level recommendations to disability benefits--with questionnaires that help you hand-tailor the wellness program to meet your specific needs. Features a special section by a medical economics consultant on the financial aspects of health care for the elderly as well as checklists for determining medical risks, keeping track of expenses and more.

The 50+ Wellness Program

Bruce, Robert G.

Steinmeyer, Lori F.

Fulghum, R. E.

Medical Books

If you are among the 35 million who suffer from arthritis, this book could change your life!… The authors have helped thousands overcome the debilitating effects of arthritis. Now these experts share their time-tested program with the rest of us. Covering the various types of arthritis, the program helps you understand your arthritis and take control of your illness with a basic treatment plan tailored to your specific problem. Leaving no stone unturned, they thoroughly cover every form of treatment, including traditional and nontraditional treatments, as well as future breakthrough medications and therapies. Also included are complete and up-to-date listings of resource organizations and support groups. "The suggestions and wisdom given in Winning with Arthritis are incomparable. This book will certainly become a classic…" —H. Kenneth Walker, M.D., Professor of Medicine, Emory University School of Medicine "…a positive approach for arthritis sufferers that is accurate, thorough, and enjoyable. The authors combine a balanced presentation of new research findings with many practical suggestions to help readers to WIN with arthritis." —Carol A. Bryant, PhD College of Public Health University of South Florida Praise for the authors’ previous books… "Osteoporosis is clearly illustrated, readable, and informative…it may be the best handbook on the subject to date and can be recommended to all." —Annals of the Rheumatic Diseases British Medical Association "The 50+ Wellness Program offers a holistic approach to growing older…a complete guide to mature living that allows you to plan for and enjoy your golden years." —Senior World of California "The 50+ Wellness Program is an enlightening book on the subject of aging gracefully.…promotes planning ahead and taking charge of your life." —Elan "Osteoporosis is a valuable resource of information about osteoporosis for the lay reader and the healthcare professional." —P.T. Bulletin

Winning with Arthritis (Wiley Science Editions)

Parenting & Relationships

The first complete guide to osteoporosis--the thinning of the bones which causes stooped posture, fractures, and chronic pain in millions of people, especially women over 55. Discusses the fact that the condition begins much earlier in life than most people think, and outlines the risk factors that increase one's chances of being affected. Emphasizing prevention, also provides advice on treatment and disease management through diet, a specific exercise regimen, and changes in lifestyle.

Osteoporosis: Prevention, Management, Treatment

Business & Money

What exactly is this debilitating disease? It is an inflammation in or around the joints caused by wear and tear on the cartilage and bone, resulting in pain, swelling, or stiffness in the back, knees, hips, hands, or other joints. The good news is that osteoarthritis can be successfully treated and may even be delayed or prevented. In Stop Osteoarthritis Now! Dr. Harris H. McIlwain provides the reader with a five-step basic treatment plan for self-help involving moist heat, exercise, weight control, medication, and joint protection; a three-step prevention program; a guide to nonstandard treatments, such as vitamin supplements, creams, spas, meditation, acupuncture, and more; and stress-reduction tools that can help end osteoarthritis pain, including relaxation techniques, visualization, and sleep and diet advice.

Stop Osteoarthritis Now: Halting the Baby Boomers' Disease

Bruce, Debra Fulgham

Touchstone

Breakthrough traditional and alternative treatments that will change the way you feel. More than 10 million Americans, mostly women, suffer the debilitating symptoms of fibromyalgia. Since this book was first published in l996, awareness of fibromyalgia has increased dramatically, as has the need for reliable, up-to-date information on the many breakthrough medications and treatments. In this revised edition, Dr. McIlwain includes a full discussion of the much touted guaifenesin and other new and experimental medications, explaining what is hype and what is hope. He also gives the latest unconventional alternative therapies such as Aryuveda and Bodywork that are safe to supplement his own treatment plan, as well as expanding sections of complementary treatments such as chiropractic, herbal therapy, and homeopathy that work to relieve symptoms. With Dr. McIlwain's seven-step program, sufferers will learn how to manage this disease and even reverse its progression in most cases.

The Fibromyalgia Handbook: A 7-Step Program to Halt & Even Reverse Fibromyalgia

Holt Paperbacks

This book is a treasury of advice for those caring for elderly parents, along with tending children, marriage, and career. Included is information on medical care, financial planning, resource groups, and the "caregiver Bill of Rights.

My Parent, My Turn

Aging Parents

B & H Pub Group

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