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that a patient has to make when dealing with thyroid conditions." ~ Library Journal HarperCollins Press Release: September 27, 2005 Read it Now Table of Contents Download Now Free Chapter Online Read it Now Graves' Disease & Hyperthyroidism: Risks, Signs & Symptoms Checklist Download Now Herbs, Supplements, Minerals and Other Products Discussed in the Book: Find Out More Mary Shomon About the Author Other Books and Resources from Mary Shomon Find Out More |
Published by: HarperCollins/Collins Pub Date: September 27, 2005 448 pages ISBN #: 0060730196 List Price: $14.95 ORDER FROM AMAZON Amazon Price: $10.17 (You Save: $4.78 --32%)  ORDER FROM BARNES & NOBLE -- $13.45 UK ORDERS: ORDER FROM AMAZON.UK |
| As many as 3 million people in the United States suffer from Graves’ disease and hyperthyroidism, an over-functioning of the thyroid gland. George and Barbara Bush were diagnosed with Graves’ disease during the Gulf War and Olympic Sprinter Gail Devers was diagnosed during the 2000 Summer Olympics. However, for the millions of people who suffer from Graves’ disease or hyperthyroidism, the process of assessing the symptoms, getting diagnosed and sorting through the myriad of treatments is a daunting task. Now with her new book, LIVING WELL WITH GRAVES’ DISEASE AND HYPERTHYROIDISM: What Your Doctor Doesn’t Tell You...That You Need to Know, New York Times bestselling author and thyroid patient advocate Mary J. Shomon presents readers with a comprehensive resource that spans from diagnosis to treatment to life after treatment.
Hyperthyroidism is caused by an overproduction of the thyroid hormone, which controls the body’s metabolism, and Graves’ disease is an autoimmune disease that triggers hyperthyroidism. In LIVING WELL, Shomon explains the history and science behind the disease and then presents her readers with checklists of risks, signs and factors, combined with honest case studies and testimonials. Many of the explanations of the often difficult-to-understand symptoms include a personal patient anecdote; Shomon shares the story of one woman whose friends convinced her that she had anorexia before she was properly diagnosed with Graves’ disease. After helping readers to examine symptoms and verify a diagnosis, Shomon draws on an extensive network of experts to discuss treatment options. Understanding that treatment is ultimately a personal choice; Living Well With Graves' Disease and Hyperthyroidism lists various routes a patient can follow, including the pros and cons of each:
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