American Medical Association complete guide to men's health / American Medical Association ; Angela Perry, medical editor.

Format:

Book

Contributor:

Perry, Angela.

American Medical Association.

Language:

English

Subjects (All):

Men--Health and hygiene.

Men.

Self-care, Health.

Hygiene.

Self Care.

Health Promotion.

Medical Subjects:

Men.

Hygiene.

Self Care.

Health Promotion.

Physical Description:

ix, 502 pages : illustrations ; 25 cm

Other Title:

Complete guide to men's health

Men's health

Place of Publication:

New York : J. Wiley, [2001]

Summary:

Here from the American Medical Association -- the most trusted name in health -- is the first comprehensive, up-to-date guidebook to help men and their loved ones understand the male body and learn how men can achieve their optimal level of health and fitness.

Giving you the most current medical knowledge on prevention as well as treatment, the American Medical Association Complete Guide to Men's Health is designed to be both a quick reference and a lasting source of reliable medical information. You can read a section to learn more about how your body works and how to keep it healthy. And you can refer to it for specific answers about a medical problem, a doctor's diagnosis, or a recommended treatment.

The first part of the book introduces you to the fundamentals and benefits of a healthy lifestyle. You'll find out the latest information about the value of eating a nutritious diet, exercising regularly, reducing stress, and getting enough sleep.

The second part of the American Medical Association Complete Guide to Men's Health provides extensive coverage of each system of the male body: heart, blood, and circulation; reproductive system; digestive system; urinary tract; brain and nervous system; immune system; lungs; bones and joints; eyes and ears; and teeth and gums.

Drawing on the latest, most reliable research, the American Medical Association Complete Guide to Men's Health explains how the body's systems work and describes the common disorders that can affect them. Each chapter details the function of a particular body system and the symptoms of the illnesses related to it. The book also highlights the procedures used to diagnose a disease and explains the treatment and surgical options a doctor might recommend along with their side effects, risks, and benefits. You'll find answers to questions about everything from heart disease and cancer to cosmetic surgery; diverticulitis and kidney stones to hepatitis C; prostate health and erectile dysfunction to sexually transmitted diseases and contraception.

Throughout the book, charts, illustrations, and boxes with tips and explanations help you understand what's happening in your body, how to recognize warning signs of an illness, and what course to take for prevention and treatment.

There is no more trusted or authoritative source of medical and health information than the American Medical Association. Written for every man and his loved ones, the American Medical Association Complete Guide to Men's Health provides all the knowledge you need to make healthy choices and informed decisions about your lifestyle, your health, and your healthcare.

Contents:

Part 1 The Healthy Man

A Healthy Diet 4

The Benefits of Exercise 11

A Healthy Weight 17

The Dangers of Alcohol and Other Drugs 22

The Hazards of Tobacco 27

Safety and Your Health 33

Part 2 Staying Healthy

Chapter 1 Diet and Nutrition 43

Chapter 2 Exercise and Fitness 55

Chapter 3 Maintaining a Healthy Weight 67

Chapter 4 Preventive Healthcare 77

Chapter 5 Avoiding Risky Behavior 97

Chapter 6 Emotional Health and Well-being 116

Part 3 The Reproductive System

Chapter 7 Sexuality 139

Chapter 8 Disorders of the Reproductive System 161

Chapter 9 Sexually Transmitted Diseases 180

Chapter 10 Birth Control 194

Part 4 Common Health Concerns

Chapter 11 Heart, Blood, and Circulation 203

Chapter 12 Lungs 242

Chapter 13 Digestive System 258

Chapter 14 Urinary Tract 285

Chapter 15 Bones and Joints 300

Chapter 16 Brain and Nervous System 320

Chapter 17 Mental Disorders 344

Chapter 18 Endocrine System 364

Chapter 19 Immune System 376

Chapter 20 Eyes 387

Chapter 21 Ears 396

Chapter 22 Teeth and Gums 406

Chapter 23 Skin and Hair 415

Chapter 24 Cosmetic Surgery 432.

Notes:

Includes index.

ISBN:

0471414115

OCLC:

46472031

Online:

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