Product Description

This is a fully revised and updated edition of an indispensable guide for patients as well as for natural therapists and doctors working in the area of women's health. It provides comprehensive and practical explanations of menstrual complaints from adolescence through menopause. Common ailments such as pre-menstrual syndrome (PMS), period pain, and menopausal symptoms are addressed, including all the latest information on hormone replacement therapy. Complex disorders such as endometriosis, ovarian cysts, and the many causes of amenorrhea are also discussed. Wide-ranging treatment options are explained, including specific drugs and surgical procedures used in orthodox medicines, as well as natural therapies and self-help suggestions. Where possible, the focus is on natural remedies, from simple lifestyle changes to complex herbal prescriptions. This carefully researched book helps women participate in their own health care and equips them with relevant questions for doctors and natural therapists alike.

Product Details

• Amazon Sales Rank: #151852 in Books
• Published on: 2003-06-01
• Original language: English
• Number of items: 1
• Binding: Paperback
• 680 pages

Customer Reviews

An invaluable guide for the herbalsit and patient alike.
In this book Trickey offers a comprehensive and accessible guide to the intergrated treatment of various gynecological conditions. The 'normal' functions of the reproductive organs are explained with clarity as are the common conditions which may affect them. Trickey reviews the allopathic treatments currently on offer to women in a non-biast and clear manner before sharing her knowledge and experience of herbal therapeutics and dietry measures.
As a thrid year university student of Western Herbal Medicine I have found this book indespensible whilst trying to gain a good understanding of this often very complicated area of medicine. Many of my fellow students and our lecturers also have well used copies of this great book.