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In this autobiography/memoir, Clauda (Martin) Lavertu describes the many challenges in her life. Being brought up with a sometimes difficult father, then in middle age being diagnosed with scleroderma, she persevered with the help of her mother and her faith. The large family was brought up with music, song, and dance, and always stayed close and supported each other. Getting to understand her father and learning to live with a disease, she always found a way to stay strong and to face the challenges head-on. In a small, French-speaking town in New Brunswick, Canada, the large family experienced many happy and fun times but also difficult times with a father who was frequently away for work or playing his fiddle. She grew up fearing her father who sometimes was difficult, but loved his music and jokes. After a very difficult period, during which she lost her mother and had to care for the younger children, Clauda and her family moved to Connecticut where they started their new life. There, the tradition of music, singing, and dancing continued, as they all started their own families. Clauda and her father got to know and understand each other better there too. After the busy years of raising her family, Clauda faced more challenges when she was diagnosed with scleroderma. As she had learned to deal with the challenges of her father, she now had to learn to deal with the challenges of a lifelong disease. ... Read more

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Great book
I loved this book. It tells the story of what Mrs. Lavertu has endured during her life and how her Catholic faith has been a source of strength for her. I laughed and I cried. Actually, I liked it so much that I read it one sitting. ... Read more

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This Kindle booklet is for people who have scleroderma, as well as for their family members, friends, and others who want to find out more about the disease. This Kindle booklet describes the different forms of scleroderma and provides information on their symptoms, diagnosis, and treatment, including what patients can do to help manage their disease and the problems associated with it. This booklet also highlights current research efforts into the understanding and treatment of scleroderma, many of which are supported by the National Institute of Arthritis and Musculoskeletal and Skin Diseases (NIAMS) and other components of the Department of Health and Human Services’ National Institutes of Health (NIH). ... Read more

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Hannelore Helbing-Sheafe’s constant struggle with her health was a powerful motivator to investigate possible ways to help herself and others.The focus of her practice was always on finding the cause of the problem and instructing patients in using correct nutrients and/or natural medicine and therapy to correct and reverse existing health problems.Her main focus has been to seek balance in all body systems.

Connective Tissue Diseases - Holistic Therapy Options provides valuable information about holistic therapy options for patients afflicted with connective tissue (collagen) problems.Detailed information is given regarding current medical diagnostic procedures and treatment, followed by holistic therapy options.The book also provides details about the multiple, complexing symptoms experienced during this illness.

Connective Tissue Diseases - Holistic Therapy Options is an education on "Nature's Pharmacy". It promises no miracle cures; instead, it lists natural substances that soothe pain, improve circulation, repair and restore connective tissue to normal function, reverse illness to a more manageable level and give the chronically ill patient quality of life and hope. ... Read more

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Good coverage of a little covered subject
Even though the title is in medical jargon, this book is really for the average person trying to get a handle on how to deal with their particular connective tissue disease from Lupus to CREST to some weird rash related to an auto immune reaction. After a short intro on how the author came to write about connective tissue diseases, the book takes each disease, or condition, and systematically going through the symptoms, conventional medical treatment with their side effects and then alternatives including foods to eat or avoid, supplements, and related treatments. After this there are sections on herbs and foods that are antibiotic, that help vasolate the blood vessels--ie open them up and help circulation, especially in the extremities: fingers, toes, hands and feet, and items that do other specific work with the body to alleviate symptoms--not just masks them. The book has several weaknesses--although the bulk of the book is well organized--the beginning and end are a bit confusing. The table of contents is strange--seems more like a list than what is in the book. However you can probably skip those parts for all they add, and start right in on reading about the various diseases, especially since many are related or some people can have one condition like Raynaud's along with more serious diseases. Also the index is just about useless. There are index entries pointing to pages that do not exist in the book and the index misses many pages that mention an important symptoms such as dry eyes or lesions, for example. And the sub-subjects are not indented, so it's confusing. this is true at times in the main text--it's not formatted so that you know that something is separate from something else. Still there is a lot of good info here, so I suggest you take notes if you read the book--to note page numbers and info that is important to you, so you can find it later.
The book needed a good editor and/or someone with a sharp eye for formatting. I would have given five stars if the formatting and index had been up to snuff. ... Read more

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A workbook for anyone suffering from an autoimmune disease or any chronic illness. It provides you with tools to help you manage your health care treatment and learn how to take care of yourself living. The workbook covers topics such as mobility exercises for hands, face and total body, skin care treatments, templates for caregiver visits, and how to develop a positive support group system. ... Read more

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This up-to-date and comprehensive set of two CD-ROM discs provides a superb collection of authoritative documents on the subject of scleroderma. Scleroderma means hard skin. It is a group of diseases that causes abnormal growth of connective tissue, the proteins that support your skin and organs. There are two main types. Localized scleroderma affects only your skin. Systemic scleroderma affects your blood vessels and internal organs, as well as your skin.For patients, practical information is provided in clearly written patient education documents. For medical professionals, doctor reference tools and texts have detailed technical information and clinical background material. There is no other reference that is as fast, convenient, and portable - everything you need to know, from the federal sources you trust. This thoroughly researched collection presents vital information from many authoritative sources: Food and Drug Administration (FDA), Centers for Disease Control (CDC), National Institutes of Health (NIH) and the relevant institute for this disease, and others.In addition to the comprehensive disease-specific coverage, this disc set also includes our Medical Encyclopedia, a $19.95 value! The Encyclopedia presents a collection of official documents about a wide range of medical topics, diseases, illnesses, health and wellness. There is vital information from the National Institutes of Health (NIH), the Centers for Disease Control (CDC), National Cancer Institute, and more. Topics covered include: major diseases, including cancer, heart and vascular disease, stroke, blood diseases and disorders, lung diseases, and neurological disorders such as dementia and epilepsy * CDC Health Topics A to Z, Foodborne Illnesses, Infants and Children, Injuries, Occupational Health, Older Adults, Women * CDC Travelers' Health - Destinations, Vaccinations, Diseases, Mosquito, Tick, Food, Water, Clinics, Yellow Book, Children, Airplanes, Cruise Ships, Special Needs, Relief Workers * Dietary Guidelines * NIH A to Z from abnormalities to X-rays.Since navigating the Internet to find additional non-governmental medical information can be confusing, we've also provided our exclusive "Guide to Leading Medical Websites" with updated links to 67 of the best sites for medical information! Built-in weblinks let you quickly check for the latest clinical updates directly from the government and the best commercial portals, news sites, reference/textbook/non-commercial portals, and health organizations. ... Read more

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This digital document is an article from Dermatology Nursing, published by Jannetti Publications, Inc. on October 1, 2001. The length of the article is 3809 words. The page length shown above is based on a typical 300-word page. The article is delivered in HTML format and is available in your Amazon.com Digital Locker immediately after purchase. You can view it with any web browser.

From the author: Morphea is a frequently mild, benign, and self-limiting skin disease with a less than 1% reported chance of progressing to systemic scleroderma. Morphea is a sufficient and less terrifying name for these disorders than localized scleroderma.

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Title: Localized Scleroderma or Morphea?
Author: Julie E. Greenberg
Publication: Dermatology Nursing (Refereed)
Date: October 1, 2001
Publisher: Jannetti Publications, Inc.
Volume: 13Issue: 5Page: 335(7)

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The Scleroderma Medical Guide is a publication which has been designed to better help readers understand Scleroderma. This Qontro Medical Guide has been designed with the reader in mind, and is a useful information source for readers at all levels looking to learn more about Scleroderma. The Scleroderma Medical Guide is highly recommended for those interested in understanding and learning more about Scleroderma. ... Read more

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Chapters: Rheumatoid Arthritis, Systemic Scleroderma, Eosinophilia-myalgia Syndrome, Sjögren's Syndrome, Ehlers-Danlos Syndrome, Systemic Lupus Erythematosus, Silicosis, Juvenile Idiopathic Arthritis, Dermatomyositis, Gerodermia Osteodysplastica, Morphea, Nephrogenic Systemic Fibrosis, Parry-romberg Syndrome, Scleredema, Toxic Oil Syndrome, Relapsing Polychondritis, Mixed Connective Tissue Disease, Lupus Erythematosus, Winchester Syndrome, Crest Syndrome, Childhood Dermatomyositis, Subacute Cutaneous Lupus Erythematosus, Tumid Lupus Erythematosus, Atrophoderma of Pasini and Pierini, Lupus Erythematosus-lichen Planus Overlap Syndrome, Chilblain Lupus Erythematosus, Rheumatoid Vasculitis, Palisaded Neutrophilic and Granulomatous Dermatitis, Progressive Systemic Sclerosis, Lupus Erythematosus Panniculitis, Linear Scleroderma, Morphea Profunda, Rheumatoid Nodulosis, Localized Morphea, Childhood Systemic Lupus Erythematosus, Neonatal Lupus Erythematosus, Complement Deficiency Syndromes, Interstitial Granulomatous Dermatitis, Tuzun Syndrome, Verrucous Lupus Erythematosus, Methotrexate-Induced Papular Eruption, Rowell's Syndrome, Morphea-lichen Sclerosus et Atrophicus Overlap, Generalized Morphea, Pansclerotic Morphea, Still's Disease, Lichen Planus-lupus Erythematosus Overlap Syndrome, Atrophic Polychondritis, Systemic Chondromalacia, Accelerated Rheumatoid Nodulosis, Calcinosis-raynaud Phenomenon-esophageal Dysmotility-sclerodactyly-telangiectasia Syndrome, Dyschromic and Atrophic Variation of Scleroderma, Morphea Plana Atrophica, Sclérodermie Atrophique D'emblée, Lupus Erythematosus Profundus, Lupus Profundus, Sharp's Syndrome, Undifferentiated Connective Tissue Disease, Mat Telangiectasia, Chilblain Lupus Erythematosus of Hutchinson, Hypertrophic Lupus Erythematosus, Juvenile Rheumatoid Arthritis, Mikulicz Disease, Sicca Syndrome, Calcinosis - Raynaud Phenomenon - Esophageal Dysmotility - Sclerodactyly - Telangiectasia Syndrome,...More: http://booksllc.net/?id=25875 ... Read more

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This digital document is an article from Internal Medicine News, published by International Medical News Group on June 1, 2004. The length of the article is 977 words. The page length shown above is based on a typical 300-word page. The article is delivered in HTML format and is available in your Amazon.com Digital Locker immediately after purchase. You can view it with any web browser.

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Title: GI involvement challenging in systemic sclerosis: surgery is 'not a good way to go' for scleroderma patients, as it often compounds their GI problems.(gastrointestinal)
Author: Bruce Jancin
Publication: Internal Medicine News (Magazine/Journal)
Date: June 1, 2004
Publisher: International Medical News Group
Volume: 37Issue: 11Page: 66(1)

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This digital document is an article from Skin & Allergy News, published by International Medical News Group on August 1, 2004. The length of the article is 597 words. The page length shown above is based on a typical 300-word page. The article is delivered in HTML format and is available in your Amazon.com Digital Locker immediately after purchase. You can view it with any web browser.

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Title: Stem cell transplant promising in scleroderma.(News)
Author: Bruce Jancin
Publication: Skin & Allergy News (Magazine/Journal)
Date: August 1, 2004
Publisher: International Medical News Group
Volume: 35Issue: 8Page: 14(1)

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This digital document is an article from Internal Medicine News, published by International Medical News Group on April 1, 2004. The length of the article is 630 words. The page length shown above is based on a typical 300-word page. The article is delivered in HTML format and is available in your Amazon.com Digital Locker immediately after purchase. You can view it with any web browser.

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Title: Prostacyclins, relaxin under study: scleroderma research makes some headway.(Focus on Skin Disorders)
Author: Joyce Frieden
Publication: Internal Medicine News (Magazine/Journal)
Date: April 1, 2004
Publisher: International Medical News Group
Volume: 37Issue: 7Page: 74(1)

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This digital document is an article from Internal Medicine News, published by International Medical News Group on April 15, 2004. The length of the article is 697 words. The page length shown above is based on a typical 300-word page. The article is delivered in HTML format and is available in your Amazon.com Digital Locker immediately after purchase. You can view it with any web browser.

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Title: Disease and organ specific: scleroderma research closes in on biologics.(Rx)
Author: Nancy Walsh
Publication: Internal Medicine News (Magazine/Journal)
Date: April 15, 2004
Publisher: International Medical News Group
Volume: 37Issue: 8Page: 77(1)

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Kapitel: Suillus Bellinii, Boletus Erythropus, Boletus Queletii, Scleroderma Citrinum, Leccinum Variicolor, Boletus Luridus, Suillus Tridentinus, Suillus Mediterraneensis, Boletus Pulverulentus, Boletus Radicans, Suillus Collinitus, Scleroderma Verrucosum, Scleroderma Areolatum, Pisolithus Arhizos, Suillus Viscidus, Pseudoboletus Parasiticus, Coniophora Puteana, Chalciporus Piperatus, Hygrophoropsis Aurantiaca, Leccinum Oxydabile, Gomphidius Glutinosus, Boletus Calopus, Boletus Appendiculatus, Leccinum Griseum, Chroogomphus Rutilus, Porphyrellus Porphyrosporus, Serpula Lacrimans, Suillus Placidus, Suillus Granulatus, Serpula Himantioides, Suillus Cavipes, Paxillus Atrotomentosa, Suillus Bovinus, Tylopilus, Boletus Edulis, Boletus Badius, Boletus Chrysenteron, Paxillus Involutus, Boletus Pinophilus, Tylopilus Felleus, Boletus Satanas, Suillus Luteus, Suillus Plorans, Boletus Fechtneri, Boletus Reticulatus, Boletus Aereus, Leccinum Holopus, Leccinum Quercinum, Leccinum Testaceoscabrum, Xerocomus, Boletus Lupinus, Paxillus Filamentosus, Leccinum Aurantiacum, Suillus Grevillei, Gyrodon Lividus, Suillus Variegatus, Astraeus Hygrometricus, Boletus Subtomentosus, Leccinum Scabrum, Boletaceae. Aus Wikipedia. Nicht dargestellt. Auszug: Boletus is a genus of mushroom, comprising over 100 species. The genus Boletus was originally broadly defined and described by Elias Magnus Fries in 1821, essentially containing all fungi with pores. Since then, other genera have been defined gradually, such as Tylopilus by Petter Adolf Karsten in 1881, and old names such as Leccinum have been resurrected or redefined. Some mushrooms listed in older books as members of the genus have now been placed in separate genera. These include such as Boletus scaber, now Leccinum scabrum, Tylopilus felleus, Chalciporus piperatus and Suillus luteus. The name is derived from the Latin term bōlētus 'mushroom' from the Ancient Greek βωλιτης, ultimately from bōlos/βωλο...http://booksllc.net/?l=de ... Read more

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This digital document is an article from Skin & Allergy News, published by International Medical News Group on May 1, 2009. The length of the article is 479 words. The page length shown above is based on a typical 300-word page. The article is delivered in HTML format and is available immediately after purchase. You can view it with any web browser.

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Title: Stem cells, skin substitute heal scleroderma wounds.(WOUND HEALING)
Author: Robert Finn
Publication: Skin & Allergy News (Magazine/Journal)
Date: May 1, 2009
Publisher: International Medical News Group
Volume: 40Issue: 5Page: 41(1)

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This up-to-date and comprehensive set of two CD-ROM discs provides a superb collection of authoritative documents on the subject of scleroderma. Scleroderma means hard skin. It is a group of diseases that causes abnormal growth of connective tissue, the proteins that support your skin and organs. There are two main types. Localized scleroderma affects only your skin. Systemic scleroderma affects your blood vessels and internal organs, as well as your skin.For patients, practical information is provided in clearly written patient education documents. For medical professionals, doctor reference tools and texts have detailed technical information and clinical background material. There is no other reference that is as fast, convenient, and portable - everything you need to know, from the federal sources you trust. This thoroughly researched collection presents vital information from many authoritative sources: Food and Drug Administration (FDA), Centers for Disease Control (CDC), National Institutes of Health (NIH) and the relevant institute for this disease, and others.In addition to the comprehensive disease-specific coverage, this disc set also includes our Medical Encyclopedia, a $19.95 value! The Encyclopedia presents a collection of official documents about a wide range of medical topics, diseases, illnesses, health and wellness. There is vital information from the National Institutes of Health (NIH), the Centers for Disease Control (CDC), National Cancer Institute, and more. Topics covered include: major diseases, including cancer, heart and vascular disease, stroke, blood diseases and disorders, lung diseases, and neurological disorders such as dementia and epilepsy * CDC Health Topics A to Z, Foodborne Illnesses, Infants and Children, Injuries, Occupational Health, Older Adults, Women * CDC Travelers' Health - Destinations, Vaccinations, Diseases, Mosquito, Tick, Food, Water, Clinics, Yellow Book, Children, Airplanes, Cruise Ships, Special Needs, Relief Workers * Dietary Guidelines * NIH A to Z from abnormalities to X-rays.Since navigating the Internet to find additional non-governmental medical information can be confusing, we've also provided our exclusive "Guide to Leading Medical Websites" with updated links to 67 of the best sites for medical information! Built-in weblinks let you quickly check for the latest clinical updates directly from the government and the best commercial portals, news sites, reference/textbook/non-commercial portals, and health organizations. ... Read more

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This digital document is an article from Skin & Allergy News, published by International Medical News Group on April 1, 2004. The length of the article is 641 words. The page length shown above is based on a typical 300-word page. The article is delivered in HTML format and is available in your Amazon.com Digital Locker immediately after purchase. You can view it with any web browser.

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Title: Promising biologics in scleroderma Tx pipeline: disease- and organ-specific.(News)
Author: Nancy Walsh
Publication: Skin & Allergy News (Magazine/Journal)
Date: April 1, 2004
Publisher: International Medical News Group
Volume: 35Issue: 4Page: 7(1)

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This digital document is an article from Skin & Allergy News, published by International Medical News Group on May 1, 2004. The length of the article is 666 words. The page length shown above is based on a typical 300-word page. The article is delivered in HTML format and is available in your Amazon.com Digital Locker immediately after purchase. You can view it with any web browser.

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Title: Scleroderma Tx delivering inconsistent results.(Dermatologic Therapy)
Author: Joyce Frieden
Publication: Skin & Allergy News (Magazine/Journal)
Date: May 1, 2004
Publisher: International Medical News Group
Volume: 35Issue: 5Page: 30(1)

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In clinical practice, scleroderma and dermatomyositis (DMS) are commonly and seen in the dermatological department. These diseases invade the skin as well as many organs, severely influencing a patient's health and may even become life threatening. They are recognized as difficult diseases to cure with poor prognosis. Based on pattern differentiation, Chinese medical approaches can effectively decrease the side effects of biomedical therapies, regulate the immune system and improve patient's health and life quality.Our editorial board has made a refined summary of Chinese medical clinical diagnosis and treatment methods according to extended clinical observation and current research results. ... Read more

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Successful Living with Scleroderma takes a positive, empowering approach to help people improve their emotional and social well-being. By emphasizing your positive potential, this strategy guidebook provides simple, yet effective strategies to help you live well--in spite of this disease.

Inside Successful Living with Scleroderma is a program designed to help you develop coping skills that let you take control of:

* Your body
* Your symptoms
* Your thinking
* Your emotions

You’ll find techniques that will help enhance your self-esteem; improve your relationships with your family, friends, colleagues, or health care professionals; and identify the positive aspects of living with scleroderma. ... Read more

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This digital document is an article from Dermatology Nursing, published by Jannetti Publications, Inc. on April 1, 2004. The length of the article is 1534 words. The page length shown above is based on a typical 300-word page. The article is delivered in HTML format and is available in your Amazon.com Digital Locker immediately after purchase. You can view it with any web browser.

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Title: Racial differences exist in specialty treatment for scleroderma.(Health Care News)
Author: Diana Gorgos
Publication: Dermatology Nursing (Refereed)
Date: April 1, 2004
Publisher: Jannetti Publications, Inc.
Volume: 16Issue: 2Page: 190(2)

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