Mayo Clinic Family Health Book 5th Edition: Completely Revised and Updated

The ultimate home medical resource — completely revised and updated! You only get one body, and it has to last you a lifetime. It deserves the greatest care and attention you and your doctor can give it. "Mayo Clinic Family Health Book" is your reliable, comprehensive guide to thousands of health concerns. With more than 1.5 million copies sold, it has become one of the most popular health books ever published. Discover how comforting it is to know you can get reliable health information anytime you need it from a truly authoritative source. Inside this book you will find... Symptoms, diagnosis, and treatment of more than 1,000 diseases and disordersA special section on how to prepare for pandemic fluHow to understand common symptoms in children and adultsLifestyle habits that help you enjoy overall good healthCurrent recommendations on first aid and emergency careA full-color visual guide with scores of illustrations and photographs to enhance your understandingHelpful information on tests and treatments — diagnostic tests, medications, surgery, pain management, complementary & alternative medicine and more Preface PART ONE Injuries and Symptoms CHAPTER 1 First Aid and Emergency Care Choking and the Heimlich Maneuver Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation Chest Pain Severe Bleeding Burns Blisters, Bruises and Cuts Trauma Shock Fainting, Seizure, Stroke and Diabetic Emergency Poisoning Bites and Stings Foreign Bodies Cold-Related Emergencies Heat-Related Emergencies Mental Health Emergencies CHAPTER 2 Making Sense of Your Symptoms Signs and Symptoms Common in Adults Signs and Symptoms Common in Children PART TWO Pregnancy and Healthy Children CHAPTER 3 Pregnancy and Childbirth Preparing for Pregnancy Prenatal Care Pregnancy and Nutrition Common Concerns Medical Problems of Pregnancy Pregnancy Risk Factors Prenatal Tests First Trimester Second Trimester Third Trimester Labor and Delivery After Pregnancy CHAPTER 4 Infant and Toddler Years A Healthy Baby Newborn Screening Tests Getting Vaccinated Childhood Vaccinations Personality, Behavior and Development Common Conditions and Concerns Special Concerns CHAPTER 5 Preschool and Early School Years Growth and Development Personality and Behavior Common Concerns Common Conditions Special Concerns CHAPTER 6 Preteen and Teenage Years Growth and Development Personality and Behavior Common Conditions and Concerns Teenage Sexuality Special Concerns PART THREE Healthy Adults CHAPTER 7 Vaccinations and Screenings How Vaccines Work Benefits of Vaccines Side Effects of Vaccines Adult Vaccinations Preventive Screenings When to See a Doctor When to See a Specialist Developing a Good Relationship CHAPTER 8 Nutrition and Weight Nutrition Basics A Healthy- Eating Plan Food Labels Finding the Right Plan Food and Health Food Safety Weight Loss Is Your Weight Healthy? Your Weight and Your Health How to Lose Weight When You Need Extra Help CHAPTER 9 Fitness Fitness Pays Everyday Fitness Family Fitness A Personal Fitness Program Common Types of Exercise Vigorous Exercise Getting and Keeping Going Preventing Injury Activity and Chronic Illness CHAPTER 10 Stress Understanding Stress Stress and Health Recognizing Stress Coping With Stress CHAPTER 11 Unhealthy Behaviors Tobacco Use Disorder Alcohol Use Disorder Substance Use Disorders CHAPTER 12 Healthy Travel Pre-travel Planning Vaccinations Precautions CHAPTER 13 End-of-Life Issues Estate Planning Long-Term Care Insurance Funeral Costs Advance Directives Organ Donation Chaplains Approaching Death Visual Guide: Anatomy and Common Disorders Bones and Joints Muscles Organs Digestive System Heart and Blood Vessels Lungs Endocrine Glands Breast and Female Reproductive Organs Male Reproductive Organs and Urinary Tract Brain Nervous System Eyes and Ears Nasal and Oral Cavities Skin Immune System Genes Spinal Disorders Joint Disorders Breast Disorders Prostate Disorders Heart Disorders Blood Disorders Lung Disorders Gastrointestinal Disorders Brain Disorders Ear, Nose and Throat Disorders Kidney and Urinary Disorders Liver Disorders Eye Disorders Skin Disorders PART FOUR Diseases and Disorders CHAPTER 14 Genetics and Disease The Basics of Genetics Genetic Disorders Genetic Testing Genetic Counseling Gene Therapy and Editing CHAPTER 15 Cancer What Is Cancer? Diagnosing Cancer Specific Cancers Treating Cancer Childhood Cancer Living With Cancer CHAPTER 16 Infectious Diseases Understanding Your Immune System The Enemy Treating Infections Common Infectious Diseases Other Infections Insect and Mite Infestations Parasitic Infestations Sexually Transmitted Infections HIV and AIDS CHAPTER 17 Allergies and Asthma Allergic Reactions Diagnosing Allergies Treating Allergies Respiratory Allergies Asthma Asthma Medications CHAPTER 18 Brain and Nerves Structures of the Brain Structures of the Nervous System A Healthy Brain at Work Headaches Stroke and Vascular Disorders Infections Structural Disorders Degenerative Disorders Spinal Cord and Peripheral Nerve Disorders CHAPTER 19 Eyes and Vision Parts of the Eye Common Vision Problems An Eye Examination Correcting Imperfect Vision Eye Trauma Eyelid Disorders Eye Disorders and Diseases Other Diseases and Your Eyes CHAPTER 20 Ears, Nose and Throat Your Ears Your Nose Your Throat Disorders of the Ear Disorders of the Nose and Sinuses Disorders of the Throat CHAPTER 21 Teeth and Mouth Tooth Development Care of Your Teeth A Dental Checkup Tooth Decay Developmental Disorders Gum Disease Prosthodontics Jaw Trauma and Disorders Oral Infections and Diseases Salivary Gland Disorders CHAPTER 22 Heart and Blood Vessels Your Heart Risk Factors High Blood Pressure Coronary Artery Disease Heart Failure Heart Rate and Rhythm Disorders Heart Valve Disorders Diseases of the Heart Muscle and Lining Circulatory Problems CHAPTER 23 Lungs and Respiratory System How Your Lungs Work Respiratory Infections Fungal Diseases of the Lungs Chronic Lung Conditions Lung Cancer Occupation-Related Lung Disease Your Lungs and Cardiovascular System CHAPTER 24 Breast Health Normal Breast Changes Breast Disorders Breast Cancer CHAPTER 25 Digestive System Your Digestive System at Work Esophageal Disorders Stomach Disorders Intestinal Disorders Anorectal Disorders Hernias Gallbladder and Bile Duct Disorders Pancreatic Disorders Liver Disorders CHAPTER 26 Kidneys and Urinary Tract Congenital Kidney Disorders Inherited Kidney Disorders Blood Vessel Problems Kidney Failure Stones, Cysts and Tumors Injury and Inflammation Urinary Tract Infections Other Urinary Disorders CHAPTER 27 Bones, Joints and Muscles How Your Bones, Joints and Muscles Work Common Injuries Problems of the Feet Back Pain Bone Diseases Muscle, Tendon and Soft Tissue Disorders Arthritis and Other Joint Disorders Immunological Rheumatic Diseases CHAPTER 28 Endocrine System Diabetes Treating Diabetes Other Pancreatic Disorders Pituitary Gland Disorders Thyroid Disorders Parathyroid Gland Disorders Adrenal Gland Disorders Sex Gland Disorders Endocrine Syndromes Obesity CHAPTER 29 Blood and Lymphatic System Understanding Your Blood Bone Marrow Disorders Plasma Cell Disorders Anemias Leukemias Lymphomas Bleeding Disorders Thrombosis Transfusions and Transplants CHAPTER 30 Skin, Hair and Nails The Basics Proper Skin Care Eczema Other Skin Conditions Perspiration Disorders Skin Infections Noncancerous Skin Tumors Skin Cancer Hair Fingernails and Toenails Cosmetic Procedures CHAPTER 31 Mental Illness A Common Problem Life Issues and Mental Illness Depression Anxiety Disorders Adult ADHD Substance and Nonsubstance Use Disorders Eating Disorders Personality Disorders Psychotic Disorders Somatic Symptom Disorder Common Treatments CHAPTER 32 Sleep Disorders Sleep Stages and Patterns Insomnia Diagnosis Sleep Apnea Narcolepsy Restless Legs Syndrome Periodic Limb Movement Disorder Other Sleep Disorders CHAPTER 33 Women’s Health Reproductive Organs Pelvic Examination Menstrual Cycle Preventing Pregnancy Infertility Sexual Function and Dysfunction Menstrual Disorders Menopause Vaginal and Vulvar Disorders Cervical, Uterine and Fallopian Tube Disorders Ovarian Disorders Cancers of the Reproductive Tract CHAPTER 34 Men’s Health Reproductive Organs Preventing Pregnancy Infertility Sexual Dysfunction Testicular and Scrotal Disorders Penile Disorders Prostate Gland Disorders PART FIVE Tests and Treatments CHAPTER 35 Tests and Procedures CHAPTER 36 Medications Guide How Medications Work Safety Brand-Name vs. Generic Drugs Managing Your Medications Common Medications CHAPTER 37 Pain Management How You Feel Pain Acute vs. Chronic Pain Pain Medications Mechanical Therapies Invasive Therapies Integrative Therapies Cognitive Behavioral Therapy Common Chronic Conditions Pain of Unknown Cause CHAPTER 38 Integrative Medicine Guiding Principles What to Watch For Herbal Preparations Manipulation and Touch Mind-Body Interventions Natural Energy Restoration Complete Medical Systems Glossary The comprehensive 5th edition of the Mayo Clinic Family Health Book draws upon the knowledge and expertise of more than 4,500 physicians, scientists and researchers. Prior editions of this trusted medical reference guide have sold more than 1.5 million copies. And with 38 chapters and almost 1,400 pages, this new, updated edition will provide the information people need to check symptoms; understand prevention and treatment options, and so much more. The information is easy-to-understand and is organized into convenient sections: Injuries and Symptoms, Pregnancy and Healthy Children, Healthy Adults, Diseases and Disorders, Tests and Treatments. It also includes a 48-page color section to help understand human anatomy. From infancy to old age, from prevention to treatment, from standard practices to alternative medicine, the comprehensive 5th edition of the Mayo Clinic Family Health Book is a must-have for every family. Mayo Clinic is a world leader in patient care and health information. Located in Rochester, Minn., Jacksonville, Fla., and Scottsdale/Phoenix, Ariz., along with multiple community-based practices, Mayo employs more than 4,500 physicians, scientists and researchers working together to care for patients and advance medical science. -- Amazon.com Now updated: With more than a million copies sold, this comprehensive guide lets you quickly check symptoms, learn about treatments, and prevent illnesses. The information in this invaluable reference is easy-to-understand and organized into convenient sections: Injuries and Symptoms, Pregnancy and Healthy Children, Healthy Adults, Diseases and Disorders, Tests and Treatments. Also included is a forty-eight-page color section to help understand human anatomy. From infancy to old age, from prevention to treatment, from standard practices to alternative medicine, the comprehensive fifth edition of the Mayo Clinic Family Health Book is a must-have for every family, from a world leader in patient care and health information that employs more than 4,500 physicians, scientists and researchers advancing medical science.