The Encyclopedia of Autoimmune Diseases


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A comprehensive guide to diseases of the immune system, listing names, symptoms, research, treatments available and more.




Encyclopedia of Inflammatory Diseases


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Inflammation has become one of the most exciting and rewarding areas of medical research. Recent years have seen a revolution in our understanding of how blood and tissue cells interact and of the intracellular mechanisms controlling their activation. This has revealed the underlying inflammatory pathology of many diseases and provided multiple new targets for anti-inflammatory and immunomodulatory therapy. The Encyclopedia of Inflammatory Diseases will cover the following areas: Inflammatory Processes and Cells Inflammatory Diseases Mediators of Inflammation Pharmacology of Inflammation Since inflammatory diseases and their therapy cover a broad range of scientific and medical fields, the encyclopedia will be co-edited by four international experts, a clinician and three researchers from the disciplines of immunology, biochemistry, and pharmacology, in this way providing students, basic and clinical scientists and practitioners in academia, hospitals and industry with valuable interlinked information. This living project will serve as a reliable and comprehensive data pool for everybody working in inflammation research. Owing to its dynamic nature, it will grow with time and future editions, becoming an indispensible source of information for academia, clinical practitioners and industry.




Encyclopedia of Immunology


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The Encyclopedia is a source of immunological knowledge to immunologists, microbiologists, clinicians, medical and science students.




The Encyclopedia of Arthritis


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Presents articles on the types of arthritis, diagnosis, causes, treatment and prognosis, drugs, pain management, and current research.




Autoimmune Disorders Handbook and Resource Guide


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"Autoimmune Diseases Handbook & Resource Guide combines valuable, easy-to-understand educational information for patients and their families, with national and state statistics and discussions about prevention, treatment and outcomes. It offers resources on 21 specific types of autoimmune disease, including Celiac, Diabetes Type 1, Endometriosis, Fibromyalgia, Lupus, Lyme disease, Rheumatoid arthritis, Scleroderma, and more, with notes on disease subtypes." --




Encyclopedia of Immunology: Iga-Nud


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Encyclopedia of immunology provides the largest integrated reference source of immunological knowledge that is available. Covered are ABO Blood Group System to Cooperation, Mechanisms of Cellular; Copper and the Immune System to Idiotype Network; Iga/Igss "CD79a/CD79b" to Nude "Athymic"Mice; Nutrition and the Immune System to Zinc and the Immune System.




Encyclopedia of Heart Diseases


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The Encyclopedia of Heart Diseases is an accurate and reliable source of in-depth information on the diseases that kill more than 12 million individuals worldwide each year. In fact, cardiovascular diseases are more prevalent than the combined incidence of all forms of cancer, diabetes, asthma and leukemia. In one volume, this Encylopedia thoroughly covers these ailments and also includes in-depth analysis of less common and rare heart conditions to round out the volume's scope. Researchers, clinicians, and students alike will all find this resource an invaluable tool for quick reference before approaching the primary literature. * Coverage of more than 200 topics, including: applied pharmacology of current and experimental cardiac drugs, gene therapy, MRI, electron-beam CT, PET scan put in perspective, cardiac tests costs and justification, and new frontiers in cardiovascular research* More than 150 helpful figures and illustrations!* Dr. Khan is a well-published and respected expert in heart and heart diseases




Encyclopedia of Gastroenterology


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Encyclopedia of Gastroenterology, Second Edition provides a comprehensive and concise reference on all aspects of gastroenterology and hepatology, including the organs in the gastrointestinal system, their functions in health and disease, and strategies or procedures to resolve or prevent problems and disease. This concise, up-to-date information includes comprehensive sections on the impact of nutrition, gastrointestinal microbiota, lifestyle, commonly used drugs, and surgical procedures on health and disease. Since the first edition, attention to the roles of nutrition and gastrointestinal microorganisms (microbiota, formerly Microbiota) in health and disease has skyrocketed. In addition, an entirely new section on obesity and diabetes is included. Presents comprehensive coverage of every topic within gastroenterology Offers researchers a one-stop, fully-referenced resource to explore questions Includes teaching tools, multimedia and interactive elements Provides readers with multi-layered content and a media-rich learning resource for both instructors and students Covers hot new topics in GI health and disease, including new sections on stem cells, intestinal bacteria, obesity and intestinal microbiota




The Anti-Inflammation Encyclopedia


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Tame your cravings and rebalance your digestive system Identify the toxic foods in your kitchen that overwhelm your metabolism If you or a loved one are suffering from any of the wide ranging and intrusive problems of an over active inflammatory response, you'll understand exactly how debilitating the conditions can be. The problem is far more widespread than most people realise and the condition affects uncounted millions of people every year. But, in the midst of all this suffering, is there an answer? Well, practical help and advice is finally at hand in this extraordinary box set that has been designed specifically to provide real help to anyone suffering from over-active immune system problems. And the books have certainly been made welcome in the homes of sufferers. Because people typically suffer from weight gain, bloating, skin outbreaks, itching, digestive problems, low energy, poor sleep and a whole range of often unreported conditions. It's high time their conditions received the help they deserve. Despite decades of research and cocktails of drugs, the pharmaceutical industry can still only treat the symptoms of an over-active immune system. It does not address the underlying cause. And as any sufferer will tell you, the side-effects from those millions of prescriptions have often been described as being far more unpleasant than the original condition they were supposed to relieve. Yet an increasing body of evidence strongly supports the view that an over-active immune system is often provoked by environmental factors such as pollution, stress, chemicals in the environment and, most significantly, the kind of food we choose to eat. It seems that our daily diet can play a pivotal role in determining whether our immune systems remain in balance. Or spiral out of control. The answer then is to adjust our diet and eliminate the kinds of food that are known to produce negative reactions in our bodies. This comprehensive collection of carefully selected information will show you how to bring your immune system under control. Packed full of fascinating and incredibly helpful advice on how to reduce the effects of an over-active inflammatory response, the books will guide you through the life-changing processes that have been chosen to help you transform your health and wellbeing. Amongst a treasure trove of helpful and practical guidance, you can learn how to Select the healthiest and most natural fuel for your body Banish the harmful processed junk from your shopping list and Master your sugar addiction and break free from your toxic habits Turn on your fat-burning metabolism to burn belly fat and discover a slimmer, trimmer new you Enjoy a huge range of totally delicious and natural recipes Introduce the clean eating concept into your daily dishes and start to feel amazing Unleash new levels of energy and personal stamina Clear up those skin outbreaks and rashes from the inside Free yourself from dreaded bouts of bloating Discover your real potential for a whole new feeling of total wellbeing This box set has been crafted by a Master Nutritionist and is based on thousands of case studies, intense research and the latest developments in the exciting field of Functional Medicine. The methods described have given hope and health to thousands of sufferers and now this priceless information is available to a wider audience. If you or a loved one are suffering from any kind of over-active immune response problem, don't waste another second.