An estimated 10 million American women have PCOS-polycystic ovary syndrome. Most of these women have never heard of the hormonal disorder, but are often painfully aware of its symptoms: irregular menstrual cycles, excess facial and body hair, weight gain, and adult acne. PCOS is also the leading cause of infertility. If left untreated, the condition carries long-term risks for endometrial cancer, diabetes, cardiovascular disease, and stroke. This book sheds light on this under-reported, under-diagnosed endocrine disorder. Topics covered include: Causes of PCOS, Overcoming the symptoms, Choosing a physician, Getting a diagnosis, Receiving the best medical treatment, Infertility and getting pregnant, and Coping with the emotional impact of PCOS.
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Polycystic Ovary Syndrom (PCOS), named after the cysts that may form in the ovaries, is a hormone disorder that causes irregular menstrual cycles, obesity, and infertility, among other symptoms. If untreated, it can lead to heart disease, diabetes, and uterine cancer. This is a book about and by PCOS women (coauthors Boss and Sterling both have it; physician Legro is an expert on the syndrome), which is evident in their easy-to-understand descriptions of the disorder, its symptoms, medical diagnosis, and treatments (including alternative methods) as well as the emotional impact. Colette Harris's PCOS: A Woman's Guide to Dealing with Polycystic Ovary Syndrome (LJ 8/00) is a more difficult read (more medical jargon with a more British slant) but does offer a four-point management plan to combat the disorder. Both volumes are valuable to any women's health collection, but Boss and Sterling's is preferable to an American audience with its easy-to-read format, separate chapter on infertility, and important references to national organizations like Resolve. (Index not seen.)DLisa A. Errico-Cox, Nassau Community Coll. Lib., Garden City, NY
Copyright 2001 Reed Business Information, Inc.
Copyright 2001 Reed Business Information, Inc.
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"Contains inspring stories from affected women and information about diagnosis and treatment." -- Jane Brody, New York Times
"This book is a tool for gaining information to take charge of PCOS." -- Kristin Rencher, Executive Director, Polycystic Ovary Syndrome Association
"This book is a tool for gaining information to take charge of PCOS." -- Kristin Rencher, Executive Director, Polycystic Ovary Syndrome Association
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By C. Shultz
Format:Paperback
If your interested in looking for alternative therapies for PCOS this isn't the book to get. It was helpful in explaining and detailing the Syndrome but when it came to alternatives they leaned more towards perscribed medication and western medicine being the more wise route to take in healing and controlling PCOS Symptoms.
Side effects for Prescribed medication were also left out in this book. If there was mention, then it was that blatant that it went un-noticed by me.
Format:Paperback
As many have stated, this is a great book for explaining PCOS in non-technical/non-medical jargon. It's great for newly diagnosed women or for family/friends who are interested in learning about PCOS. I borrowed it from the library and it was version 2001. I'm going to look into buying the 2009 version to see if the information is more up-to-date.
The only downside, is like many books, it is American-centric with little to no information for Canadian PCOS women.
The only downside, is like many books, it is American-centric with little to no information for Canadian PCOS women.
Format:Paperback
I've recently been diagnosed with PCOS and I purchased every book I could find on the subject. This book, by far, was the easiest to comprehend. It puts things into laymans terms without all the techinal mumbo-jumbo. Not only does it cover the symptoms of PCOS, but it also explains WHY things happen the way they do. Above all else, it goes through the different options PCOS suffers have in fighting the disorder, and lists the pros and cons of each. This is certainly a book I would recommend for anyone diagnosed with PCOS or their family members to help them understand more about what is going on with your body.
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Very good for newly diagnosed women
I really like this book, it is very easy to read and eventhough it isn't very long it tells you almost everything you need to know about PCOS. Read more
Published on May 29 2004
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A great place to start!
Best-Boss knows has done a good job of outlining the basics of PCOS. It is an easy read and a great introduction to living with PCOS. Read more
Published on May 20 2004 by The_PCOS_Coach
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Great for someone new to PCOS
I was recently diagnosed with PCOS and am glad I ordered this book. I'm sure it's not as indepth as others, but it is a great book to start off with if you are new to PCOS. Read more
Published on Mar 14 2004
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Living with PCOS? Look somewhere else!
This book had no more info in it than I found on the internet. Way too basic, and little coping skills offered. Reads like an english paper. Read more
Published on Nov 8 2003
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A Cysters Survives
Read this book first and found it to be a great start to reading more. Info was on target and up to date. Newly diagnosised PCOSers should start here.
Published on Sep 1 2003 by C
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great companion book to the hidden epidemic
this book was great for the emotional aspect of pcos...I thought it was great when paired with a more technical book.
Published on July 30 2003
3.0 out of 5 stars
Good Intro to PCOS
This was an easy read with good background info on PCOS. If you've already done alot of research, you won't find anything new here, but it is an extremely helpful book for the... Read more
Published on April 28 2003 by "kanga07"
5.0 out of 5 stars
Great Book - Very Easy to Understand
This was the first book that I read after being diagnosed with PCOS. It did a wonderful job of explaining PCOS in a way that I could understand. Read more
Published on April 13 2003 by Nicole Weis
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Best PCOS Book I've Read!
Over the last 10 years that I've been battling PCOS, I have at different times read up on the subject. This is by far the best, more comprehensive book on PCOS that I've read. Read more
Published on April 10 2003 by Tere
4.0 out of 5 stars
great for overall information
This book was very easy to read (in fact, I finished it in about an hour). This is very good for those who want to get background information on PCOS and see what types of tests,... Read more
Published on Feb 11 2003
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