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For young gay men who came of age in the United States in the 1980s, the HIV/AIDS epidemic was a formative experience in fear, hardship, and loss. Those who were diagnosed before 1996 suffered an exceptionally high rate of mortality, and the survivors -- both the infected individuals and those close...

Peripheral neuropathy affects 10 to 20 million people in the U.S, including ten per cent of all people who have diabetes. This condition has numerous causes, but can be associated with diseases such as HIV, alcoholism, and lupus, and may result from treatments for other medical conditions, such as...

A comprehensive guide to Shoulder, Hip, and Knee Arthritis written by three doctors. This book was written in order to help patients suffering from arthritis-related discomfort of the shoulder, hip, and/or knee joints. This book is not intended to replace the very important relationship between the...

What is my prognosis? What are my treatment options? Which therapies would be the most effective for my stage of lung cancer? These and other frequently asked questions are addressed in this crucial reference designed to help patients educate themselves and obtain the best possible treatments. The...

Polymyalgia rheumatica (PMR) is an inflammatory disorder It causes severe bilateral pain and stiffness in the neck, shoulder. The cause of polymyalgia rheumatica is not known. But it is associated with immune system problems Symptoms often include fever, a general feeling of malaise There is...

Sjogren’s syndrome is a medical disorder that most frequently produces dry eyes and mouth.It is a form of autoimmune disease.It can be Primary and Secondary if it occurs with other autoimmune diseases:1. Rheumatoid arthritis2. Systemic lupus erythematosus.3. SclerodermaThere...

This book covers several topics including: Chapter 1: What Is Scleroderma Chapter 2: Having Lungs Involved In Scleroderma Chapter 3: Coping With Scleroderma And Its Effects Chapter 4: Crest And Scleroderma Chapter 5: Limited Scleroderma - Causes Symptoms And Treatment Chapter 6: Gastro-intestinal...

IgA nephropathy is a chronic kidney illness that sometimes first appears during puberty and in young adults, affecting three times as many men as women. It is also known as IgAN, Berger’s disease, synpharyngitic glomerulonephritis and IgA nephritis. The disease is a form of glomerulonephritis -...

The Scleroderma Book has long been considered the leading source of information for patients suffering with this disease. Now comes the Second Edition of this highly respected volume, extensively revised by Maureen Mayes, M.D., the leading authority in this field. Writing specifically for patients...

An Informative Guide About Bone Cancer Symptoms, Causes, Treatments and more This book covers several topics including: - Bone Cancer Stages - Bone Cancer In Children - Bone Cancer Types - Chondrosarcoma Symptoms - Bone Cancer Treatment Options and so much more! ...

Copper or Cuprum is a trace mineral, considered to play a vital role in maintaining normal processes within the body. It is the structural component of many enzymes in our body systems, and is responsible in assisting iron to be utilized by the tissues. It also removes free radicals from the body...

Chronic Pain Doesn't Have to be a Life Sentence! Suffering from chronic pain can be incredibly isolating and frustrating. Visiting doctor after doctor can leave you feeling as if there is no treatment for your pain. If you or a loved one is suffering from chronic pain, this book can be a first...

Dermatomyositis (DM) is a type of connective tissue disorder that worsens over time. Connective tissue connects, supports, or separates different types of tissues and organs. With dermatomyositis, problems with the connective tissue cause muscles and skin to degenerate. Other areas of the body may...

Rheumatic Fever can cause severe problems to your body. From a simple infection of the throat due to certain streptococcus (strep throat), untreated cases may develop to rheumatic fever, and repeated incidents may advance to problems on your heart valves. It could be a life-threatening matter once...