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Guillain-Barre Syndrome: From Diagnosis to Recovery (American Academy of Neurology) |  | Authors: M.D. Gareth John Parry, M.D. Joel S. Steinberg Ph.D. F.I.C.A
Publisher: Demos Health
Category: Book
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Rating:  6 reviews
Sales Rank: 334363
Media: Paperback
Edition: 1
Pages: 250
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Dimensions (in): 8.9 x 5.9 x 0.5
ISBN: 1932603565
Dewey Decimal Number: 616.856
EAN: 9781932603569
ASIN: 1932603565
Publication Date: February 19, 2007
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Guillain-Barré Syndrome causes the body's immune system to attack the peripheral nervous system, producing feelings of tingling and weakness that increase in intensity until the patient is almost totally paralyzed. Claiming thousands of new victims each year, GBS can strike anyone at any age, regardless of gender or ethnicity. Fortunately, most patients have a good recovery, but the pathway to this goal can be slow and frightening. Written by two experts in the field one a GBS survivor himself Guillain-Barré Syndrome addresses all aspects of the condition, including initial symptoms, diagnostic evaluation and criteria, general and illness-specific treatments, and typical outcomes. The book covers a wide range of issues, including pain without injury and other abnormal sensations unique to GBS; the rehabilitation process; workplace adjustment with incomplete recovery; sexual dysfunction; guidelines for caregivers; and much more. Written in laymens terms, this practical, reassuring book helps patients manage this puzzling illness.
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Helpful without being overwhelming January 3, 2009
Kathleen Haak (Pittsburgh, PA)
1 out of 1 found this review helpful
My five year old nephew has Guillain-Barre. It's very difficult to find material that deals with children and Guillain-Barre. There is a little bit in this book. I think it would be a great book to read for an adult with GB or adult caregiver.
Both my mother and I really like the fact that this book covers a lot of aspects of GB. There are some points where the medical detail was over my head but I was able to get the gist of it. It was nice to know that picking the leg up at the ankle is a common issue and usually one of the last things to come back. He will start learning to walk again in January which seemed strange to me because he can not pick up his feet on his own but now I know that's somewhat normal.
Guillian Barre Syndrome September 24, 2008
C. C. Keegan (Moorestown, NJ USA)
1 out of 1 found this review helpful
Excellent facts and representation of experience - since I personally experienced this disorder, and recovered 99%, I am confident in my assessment of book's content. It's good that the information is out there - so few people are even aware of the nature of this disorder!
A must-have for patients, doctors, and caregivers September 19, 2008
Online buyer (Virginia)
2 out of 2 found this review helpful
Gillian-Barre Syndrome is a rare disease, so acurate, up to date resource materials about this are sore lacking. This book helps to fill the void.
Because this disease is rare, there is not a lot of research, and most doctors only rarely encounter a case in their medical career. Medical schools are still teaching out-dated information. Therefore, it is up to the patient and caregiver to stay informed. GBS patients should buy a copy for themselves, and one for their doctor.
A Must Read for GBS Patients/PCP/ICU Nurses March 27, 2008
Charlene Bookstore (Phoenix, AZ)
4 out of 4 found this review helpful
Until I was told I had GBS (Nov 2007), I had never heard of it. Once I read this book cover to cover, I gained an understanding of GBS, which I had been looking for and was unable to find in others. I felt as if someone had been following me around, writing down everything that happened the weeks before and the first two weeks I was in the hospital.
This book should be required reading for all PCP and ICU nurses that are caring for GBS patients. I believe it would give them the compassion they need along with the knowledge, as to what to do for their patients and how to handle situations with their GBS patients that may/will come up.
I have to thank those involved in writing this book, for giving me the information which I had been looking for, in layman terms and was unable to find. And for giving me the ability to look forward, for now I know, it will get better in time, given time.
I know that there is still much I must overcome to gain as much of a recovery as I can, however now I have the tools to make it through.
A 'must' for any serious health library. July 8, 2007
Midwest Book Review (Oregon, WI USA)
6 out of 7 found this review helpful
Guillain-Barre Syndrome is a condition in which the body's immune system attacks part of the nervous system, resulting in symptoms ranging from tingling and weakness to paralysis. GUILLAIN-BARRE SYNDROME: FROM DIAGNOSIS TO RECOVERY is co-authored by a survivor of the condition and covers everything from early symptoms and treatment options to diagnostic methods and prognosis. From rehabilitation to acute care and coming home again, GUILLAIN-BARRE SYNDROME is a 'must' for any serious health library.
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