Living with Endometriosis How to Cope with the Physical and Emotional Challenges

• Main Author: Weinstein, Kate (Author)
• Other Authors: Dmowski, W. Paul (foreworder)
• Format: Book
• Language: English
• Published: Reading, Massachusetts Addison-Wesley Publishing Company 1987
• Subjects: Endometriosis
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• Physical Description: xx, 313 pages illustrations 23 cm
• Bibliography: Includes bibliographical references (p. 295-307) and index
• ISBN: 020119810X; 9780201198102

Endometriosis the leading cause of infertility in women over twenty five and of half the cases of severe menstrual pain, is the second most common gynecological disease cases of severe menstrual pain, is the second most common gynecological disease affecting American women of childbearing age As many as nine million women suffer from it. Yet it is frequently undetected, untreated and misdiagnosed. This comprehensive guide offers complete, up-to-date medical facts and practical strategies for coping with all aspects of endometriosis including how to recognize symptoms and complications, how to evaluate the risks and benefits of medication and surgery, how to combat anxiety and depression, reduce disruption and isolation and rebuild relationships with family and friends, how to eliminate or diminish sexual difficulties, new techniques for managing pain and the stress cycle: self-help improving decision-making skills, and extensive resources for support groups clinics and more.