Primer on Multiple Sclerosis

Primer on Multiple Sclerosis
Author: Barbara S. Giesser
Publisher: Oxford University Press
Total Pages: 501
Release: 2011
Genre: Medical
ISBN: 0195369289

Primer on Multiple Sclerosis is a practical guide to the management of persons with Multiple Sclerosis. It provides guidelines for diagnosis and treatment of both symptoms and the underlying disease process, as well as updates on current basic science and research initiatives.

Primer on Multiple Sclerosis

Primer on Multiple Sclerosis
Author: Barbara S. Giesser
Publisher: Oxford University Press
Total Pages: 613
Release: 2016
Genre: Medical
ISBN: 019934101X

This text provides a comprehensive overview of the clinical and basic science aspects of MS. It is designed to be of practical use to clinical neurologists, and addresses all of the major issues that may occur in the management of persons with MS.

Multiple Sclerosis

Multiple Sclerosis
Author: Moses Rodriguez
Publisher: Oxford University Press
Total Pages: 216
Release: 2013-07-18
Genre: Medical
ISBN: 0199740461

This edition fills one of the few remaining 'neurologic gaps' within the 'Contemporary Neurology' series. The book offers proven, effective treatments for specific presentations and symptoms of multiple sclerosis along with a pathophysiological explanation of why they work.

A Primer of Neuroimmunological Disease

A Primer of Neuroimmunological Disease
Author: Andrew R. Pachner
Publisher: Springer Science & Business Media
Total Pages: 212
Release: 2012-02-21
Genre: Medical
ISBN: 1461421888

A Primer of Neuroimmunological Disease is a significant new resource for anyone interested in conditions such as multiple sclerosis(MS), myasthenia gravis, and neurological infections. It is a practical and balanced guide to the diagnosis and treatment of neuroimmunological disease. A Primer of Neuroimmunological Disease distinguishes itself by providing a range of features not generally included in texts on neuroimmunology. These include broad presentation of information in the form of figures and tables; strong cohesion among topics by focusing on a few prototypic neuroimmunological diseases, which serve as a foundation from which to explore other neuroimmunological diseases; a single author perspective, with references across chapters; and a focus on the overlap between neuroimmunological and neuroinfectious diseases. Neurologists, immunologists, infectious disease specialists, neuroscientists and others interested in neuroimmunological diseases such as MS will find A Primer of Neuroimmunological to be a state-of-the-art resource.

White Matter Diseases

White Matter Diseases
Author: Massimo Filippi
Publisher: Springer Nature
Total Pages: 215
Release: 2020-02-13
Genre: Medical
ISBN: 303038621X

This book provides cutting-edge information on the epidemiology, etiopathogenesis, clinical manifestations, diagnostic procedures and treatment approaches for the main white matter (WM) disorders of the central nervous system (CNS). WM lesions are associated with many neurological conditions, and with aging. The diagnostic work-up of neurological diseases characterized by the presence of these lesions has changed dramatically over the past few years. This is mainly due on the one hand to the discovery of specific pathogenetic factors in some of these conditions, and on the order to the optimized use of diagnostic tools. All of this has resulted in new diagnostic algorithms, and in the identification of new neurological conditions. The book offers neurologists essential guidance in the diagnosis and treatment of the most frequent WM conditions, promoting their correct and cost-saving diagnosis and management. By integrating neurological, laboratory and imaging concepts with the demands of accurate diagnosis, this reference guide provides a state-of-the-art overview of the current state of knowledge on these conditions, as well as practical guidelines for their diagnosis and treatment.

The Multiple Sclerosis Manifesto

The Multiple Sclerosis Manifesto
Author: Julia Stachowiak
Publisher: ReadHowYouWant.com
Total Pages: 570
Release: 2010-06-21
Genre: Health & Fitness
ISBN: 1458757390

Julie Stachowiak, PhD is the About. com Guide to Multiple Sclerosis. As anepidemiologist who is also a person living with MS, Julie has an in-depth understanding about the scientific developments around MS and the personal side of living with a chronic illness. She has been the best MS writer on the web. In the Multiple Sclerosis Manifesto Julie has given us a call to self-help, self-reliance, and political action. The books covers such diverse topics as: How to create your personal mission statement; How to protect yourself by learning more about medications you are currently taking or considering to take; How to determine what you want in a doctor and how to evaluate the doctor you have; The importance of celebrating your successes; Tips to make disclosing your MS status to friends, family and others easier; Finding a support group Learning to stand up for yourself Joining the fight - Adding your voice to the movement.

Multiple Sclerosis For Dummies

Multiple Sclerosis For Dummies
Author: Rosalind Kalb
Publisher: John Wiley & Sons
Total Pages: 387
Release: 2012-05-08
Genre: Health & Fitness
ISBN: 1118175875

Your trusted, compassionate guide to living with MS Being diagnosed with multiple sclerosis (MS) doesn't mean your life is over. Everyone's MS is different and no one can predict exactly what yours will be like. The fact is, lots of people live their lives with MS without making a full-time job of it. Multiple Sclerosis For Dummies gives you accessible, easy-to-understand information about what happens with MS—what kinds of symptoms it can cause, how it can affect your life at home and at work, what you can do to feel and function better, and how you can protect yourself and your family against the long-term unpredictability of the disease. You'll learn how to make treatment and lifestyle choices that work for you, what qualities to look for in a neurologist and the rest of your healthcare team, how to manage fatigue, the pros and cons of alternative medicine, why and how to talk to your kids about MS, stress management strategies, your rights under the Americans with Disabilities act, and so much more. Covers major medical breakthroughs that slow the progression of the disease and improve quality of life for those living with MS Helps those affected by MS and their family members understand the disease and the latest treatment options Helpful and trusted advice on coping with physical, mental, emotional, and financial aspects of MS Complete with listings of valuable resources such as other books, websites, and community agencies and organizations that you can tap for information or assistance, Multiple Sclerosis For Dummies gives you everything you need to make educated choices and comfortable decisions about living with MS.

Multiple Sclerosis for the Non-Neurologist

Multiple Sclerosis for the Non-Neurologist
Author: Mary Ann Picone
Publisher: Lippincott Williams & Wilkins
Total Pages: 647
Release: 2019-05-07
Genre: Medical
ISBN: 1975102525

Recent rapid changes in the field of multiple sclerosis management have made the task of staying well-informed a challenge for neurologists, and even more so for other healthcare practitioners who are involved in symptom evaluation and treatment. Multiple Sclerosis for the Non-Neurologist is an up-to-date resource for physicians, residents, fellows, and others who care for patients with MS. It contains authoritative information on all aspects of this complex disease, including monitoring requirements for patients with MS, potential risks and adverse events of disease modifying or symptomatic therapies, and possible drug interactions and contraindications of medications.

Multiple Sclerosis and Related Disorders

Multiple Sclerosis and Related Disorders
Author: Robert J. Fox, MD
Publisher: Springer Publishing Company
Total Pages: 441
Release: 2018-08-28
Genre: Medical
ISBN: 0826125948

Revised and updated second edition of Multiple Sclerosis and Related Disorders: Clinical Guide to Diagnosis, Medical Management, and Rehabilitation, the only comprehensive but practical source of core information on multiple sclerosis and other demyelinating disorders. Intended as a ready reference for clinicians who provide ongoing care to MS patients, this book combines evidence-based science with experience-based guidance to present current standards and management protocols from leading MS centers. Beginning with the scientific underpinnings of MS for clinicians, the book proceeds through diagnosis, including initial symptoms, diagnostic criteria and classification, imaging, and differential diagnosis, and onto approved treatments for the various MS types and emerging therapies. Later parts of the book discuss symptom management and rehabilitation with chapters focusing on specific side effects, along with considerations for special populations, comorbidities, societal and family issues, and related autoimmune disorders that are often mistaken for MS. Throughout, chapters include lists of Key Points both for clinicians and for patients and families, and management pearls are boxed for quick reference and clinical utility. Illustrations, tables, algorithms, assessment scales, and up-to-date MRI imaging enrich the text, making this a wide-ranging clinical reference for all members of the MS care team. New to the Second Edition: Includes summary recommendations from new AAN practice guidelines for use of DMTs All chapters updated to reflect the latest literature and diagnostic criteria Five entirely new chapters added to expand coverage of treatment, rehabilitation and symptom management, and special issues related to MS Treatment section has been completely revised to better capture current approaches to disease modifying therapies, with separate chapters devoted to injection and oral therapies, infusion therapies, and treatments for progressive forms of MS Related autoimmune diseases section significantly expanded to include transverse myelitis, autoimmune encephalitis, and neurosarcoidosis

Multiple Sclerosis, Fifth Edition

Multiple Sclerosis, Fifth Edition
Author: T. Jock Murray, MD
Publisher: Springer Publishing Company
Total Pages: 258
Release: 2017-10-28
Genre: Health & Fitness
ISBN: 0826165125

An MS diagnosis is not an endpoint. This is the place to begin your education and manage your future. Now in its fifth edition, Multiple Sclerosis: A Guide for the Newly Diagnosed is the best-selling guide to multiple sclerosis (MS) for newly diagnosed patients and their families. Written in plain language by renowned MS expert physician T. Jock Murray, this book guides patients at any stage who want to know more about the disease, its potential impact on your life, and the medical treatments now available for managing it successfully. The fifth edition is updated to reflect recent advances in understanding the underlying mechanisms and disease progression, the diagnostic criteria and classification of MS, and new drugs and therapies. This book opens the window on an MS diagnosis and provides answers to the multitude of questions patients will have so they can take charge and make informed decisions about their health and treatment.