The Endometriosis Sourcebook is "the definitive guide to current treatment options, the latest research, common myths about the disease, and coping strategies" compiled by the Endometriosis Association and its president, Mary Lou Ballweg. Ballweg lived with the disease for years, struggled through treatments and surgeries, was lucky enough to give birth to a "miracle baby," was bedridden for months at a time, and underwent a hysterectomy after all other treatment options were exhausted. She's therefore quite sympathetic toward fellow endo patients.

This all-inclusive book collects comparisons of different laser treatments; discusses the little-known connections between endo and autoimmune and thyroid problems, as well as diseases such as Irritable Bowel Syndrome; covers new research directions; examines the effectiveness of Chinese medicine; shares letters from hundreds of women detailing their experiences; and much more. Perhaps most importantly, Ballweg strives to communicate how serious a disease endometriosis can be: If there were millions of [men] out there, young men whose dreams were in danger of being destroyed by a disease, whose ability to function sexually was at risk, whose fertility was at risk, whose ability to build a satisfying work life and carry out normal activities of living was at risk, and who even would face the threat of castration, no one would dare say it was unimportant. --Jhana Bach


Book Description

The Endometriosis Sourcebook is the definitive resource for the millions of sufferers urgently seeking up-to-date, authoritative information. It covers everything women need to know, including the latest research, treatments, nutrition and advice.


About the Author
Mary Lou Ballweg is the founder, president, and executive director of the Endometriosis Association and was the lead author on its two previous books on the subject. The Endometriosis Association was founded 23 years ago and now has groups and members worldwide.

ANNOTATION

Incl. current research findings/surgical & medical trmts/ nutrition/pregnancy & labor experiences/advice for coping.

FROM THE PUBLISHER

Written for women by women, The Endometriosis Sourcebook is the most comprehensive resource available on endometriosis, a chronic, debilitating, and very confusing disease. An indispensable compilation of current information and more, this sourcebook provides you with everything you need to know: the most up-to-date research; new treatments, both surgical and medical; alternative treatments, including nutrition; common myths about disease; pregnancy, labor, and postpartum experiences of women with endometriosis; advice for coping physically and emotionally; and inspirational personal case histories of women sharing their struggles and successes.