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    Donald E. Thomas, Jr., MD, FACP, FACR.
    Summary: "In this new, completely updated edition of The Lupus Encyclopedia, Dr. Thomas along with leading experts from around the globe detail everything you need to know about what lupus is and how autoimmune disorders affect the body and mind, the symptoms associated with lupus, what tests are needed to make a lupus diagnosis, how to find a specialist who can provide you with the best care, advice on obtaining the best treatments for your specific symptoms, and lifestyle factors that can help you avoid flare-ups"-- Provided by publisher

    Contents:
    0 Contributing Chapter Editors
    0 List of Illustrations
    0 List of Tables
    0 Foreword
    0 Preface
    0 Acknowledgments
    0 Part I
    1 What Is Lupus and How Is It Diagnosed?
    2 Other Autoimmune Diseases
    3 What Causes Lupus?
    4 Meaning of All Those Test Results
    0 Part II
    5 How SLE Affects the Body Directly
    6 Constitutional Symptoms
    7 Musculoskeletal System
    8 Skin and Mucous Membranes
    9 Blood and Lymph Systems
    10 Respiratory System
    11 Heart and Blood Vessels
    12 Urinary System
    13 Nervous System
    14 Exocrine Gland System
    15 Digestive System
    16 Eyes
    17 Endocrine System
    18 Reproductive System and Pregnancy
    19 Prognosis, Special Populations, Healthcare Disparities
    20 Lupus in Children and Adolescents
    0 Part III
    21 Heart Attacks, Strokes, and Blood Clots
    22 Infections
    23 Cancer
    24 Osteoporosis
    25 Avascular Necrosis of Bone
    26 Adrenal Insufficiency
    27 Fibromyalgia
    28 Gastroesophageal Reflux and Stomach Ulcers
    0 Part IV
    29 General Treatment of Lupus
    30 Antimalarials
    31 Steroids
    32 Immunosuppressants
    33 Biologic Agents
    34 Newest FDA-Approved Drugs for Lupus
    35 Other Therapies for SLE
    36 Prescription Pain Medicines
    37 Future Treatments for SLE
    38 Non-drug Therapies for Lupus
    39 Complementary (Integrative) Medicine
    0 Part V
    40 Understanding your Symptoms
    41 Becoming Pregnant, Breast-Feeding, Contraception, Menopause Treatment
    42 Preparing for Surgery and Travel
    43 Communicating with your Provider
    44 Lupus Secrets Checklist
    0 Index.
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    New Books Shelf (Duck Room)
    2023
    RC924.5.L85 T46 2023
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