1. The Merck Manual Go-To Home Guide For Symptoms
- Author
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Robert S Porter, Justin Kaplan, Robert S Porter, and Justin Kaplan
- Subjects
- Diseases--Causes and theories of causation--Handbooks, manuals, etc, Symptoms--Handbooks, manuals, etc, Therapeutics--Handbooks, manuals, etc, Diagnosis--Handbooks, manuals, etc
- Abstract
The Merck Manual Go-To Home Guide for Symptoms takes complex medical information and makes it easy to understand and accessible to an everyday audience. It covers a wide range of everyday symptoms, from abdominal pain to wheezing, and almost everything in between. Every section provides a comprehensive look at each symptom's Causes: both common and less-common, Evaluation: warning signs, when to see a doctor, what the doctor does, and testing, Treatment: a wide-array of options, and Key points: the most important information about the symptom. It also includes helpful tables and illustrations. Organized in a (2- color, 500 page) paperback format makes it easy for busy families to quickly find the information they need.Symptoms covered include: Back Pain, Cough, Fatigue, Fever, Headache, Heartburn, Itching, Joint Pain, Nausea, Swelling and many more....
- Published
- 2013