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Things I Never Knew
I purchased this book simply because I know Ashley.I have watched her grow up and have agonized with every thing she has gone through.This book is an eye opener to what she really felt that I never knew about.She is a wonderful young lady who has pursued a college education virtually on her own even with having Aspberger'e.She graduates this spring with two degrees after much hard work.She has been a joy to know.Haven't read the book yet, but will in the near future.I am glad to see that I could purchase it from Amazon.com. ... Read more

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A personal account of growing up with Turner Syndrome. ... Read more

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The Turner Syndrome Medical Guide is a publication which has been designed to better help readers understand Turner Syndrome. 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 Turner Syndrome. The Turner Syndrome Medical Guide is highly recommended for those interested in understanding and learning more about Turner Syndrome. ... Read more

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Kayli's personal account of her experience growing up with Turner Syndrome would be a useful read for persons who seek to understand some of the difficulties that persons with this syndrome, as well as NLD, face. Kayli is a vivacious and delightful girl whose personality sings accross the page. She has shown remarkable ability to absorb infromation, gain personal insight, and communicate both information and reflections to the reader. ... Read more

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Amazing Book
Kaylee's book on Turner's Syndrome is a touching and informative book. I hope she continues to write as she has a gift!

All about me Growing up with Turner syndrome and Nonverbal
I think this book was wonderful. It seems to be geared toward children around the ages of 7-12. It's something that I look forward to reading to my daughter with Turner Syndrome. I also think this is a good book for a Turner syndrome girl to share with her friends. ... Read more

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In March 2001, the National Institutes of Health issued the following warning: "The number of Web sites offering health-related resources grows every day. Many sites provide valuable information, while others may have information that is unreliable or misleading."Furthermore, because of the rapid increase in Internet-based information, many hours can be wasted searching, selecting, and printing.This book was created for medical professionals, students, and members of the general public who want to conduct medical research using the most advanced tools available and spending the least amount of time doing so. ... Read more

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Hardbound. The aim of this Turner meeting was to highlight the life span perspective of Turner syndrome, regarding both the research and clinical aspects. This symposium brought together researchers and clinicians from different fields throughout the world as well as individuals with Turner syndrome in order to facilitate exchange of knowledge and the most recent findings.

This book is divided into three parts: Molecular genetic evaluation and prenatal diagnosis, Growth and Medical and psychosocial management throughout life. The transition process from pediatric to adult care was highlighted, with specific focus on who should coordinate the medical care of the adult women with Turner syndrome, since different health care systems will provide different solutions. The importance of an adequate estrogen substitution therapy from puberty onwards was stressed, in order to minimize problems later during adulthood. Areas involving bone miner ... Read more

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A lot of progress has been made in the field of genetics, pathophysiology and treatment of patients with Turner syndrome over the past couple of years. The International Symposium on Turner Syndrome was organized with a view to bringing together researchers throughout the world to facilitate exchange of their knowledge and most recent findings. In total, 45 papers were presented, covering genetics, natural history, endocrine function, bone metabolism, psychosocial problems, growth factors and various kinds of treatment. This publication should serve as a useful guide for Turner patients, researchers and physicians. ... Read more

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Hardbound. This volume publishes the proceedings of the 5th International Turner Symposium. It covers howhealth care for Turner Syndrome patients can be optimally managed from infancy to adulthood.New scientific data on molecular genetics of Turner syndrome andpractical approaches to the management of cardiac problems were shared to 350 participants of the 2-day conference. Scientific advances in assisted reproductive techniques were also discussed in detail.

This book is indeed a necessary tool in understanding Turner syndrome for both health care professionals and patients. Many recommendations for diagnosis and treatment serve as a guideline for the comprehensive care of women with Turner syndrome. ... Read more

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From the back cover:
Turner Syndrome is a complex condition that can, and should, be considered from many perspectives; only by taking a holistic approach is it possible to see the whole person.When all aspects of the syndrome are observed and acknowledged, girls and women with Turner syndrome can live a "normal" life just like other people.

Turner Know Your Body! is the result of many researchers' dedicated interest in girls and women with Turner syndrome--authors from Europe and the USA have contributed to this book...It provides inspiration, information, and help for everybody interested in Turner syndrome. ... Read more

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This digital document is an article from Pediatric News, published by Thomson Gale on October 1, 2007. The length of the article is 679 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: Growth hormone aids Turner syndrome toddlers.(Clinical Rounds)
Author: Michele G. Sullivan
Publication: Pediatric News (Magazine/Journal)
Date: October 1, 2007
Publisher: Thomson Gale
Volume: 41Issue: 10Page: 43(1)

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The article is excerpted fromGale Encyclopedia of Medicine.

Consultthe second edition of this authoritative, comprehensive, in-depthmedical guide for information on more than 1,700 medical topics inlanguage accessible to adult laypersons. Presented in a singlealphabetical sequence, articles range in length from one or twoparagraphs for minor topics, to several pages or more for major topics.Disease/disorder articles typically cover definition; description;causes and symptoms; diagnosis; treatments; prevention; and more.Test/treatment articles typically cover definition; purposes;precautions; preparation; risks; normal and abnormal results; and muchmore. This second edition includes more than 200 new entries, 300updated entries, approximately 650 color images and illustrations, anda comprehensive subject index. New features include biographical andhistorical sidebars throughout the text.

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Published/Released: December 2001

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This digital document is an article from Family Practice News, published by Thomson Gale on October 1, 2007. The length of the article is 746 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: Consider early treatment for turner syndrome.(Metabolic Disorders)
Author: Michele G. Sullivan
Publication: Family Practice News (Magazine/Journal)
Date: October 1, 2007
Publisher: Thomson Gale
Volume: 37Issue: 19Page: 16(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 Turner Syndrome. Turner syndrome is a chromosomal condition that alters development in females. Women with this condition tend to be shorter than average and are usually unable to conceive a child (infertile) because of an absence of ovarian function. Other features of this condition that can vary among women who have Turner syndrome include: extra skin on the neck (webbed neck), puffiness or swelling (lymphedema) of the hands and feet, skeletal abnormalities, heart defects and kidney problems.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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In March 2001, the National Institutes of Health issued the following warning: "The number of Web sites offering health-related resources grows every day. Many sites provide valuable information, while others may have information that is unreliable or misleading." Furthermore, because of the rapid increase in Internet-based information, many hours can be wasted searching, selecting, and printing. Since only the smallest fraction of information dealing with Turner syndrome is indexed in search engines, such as www.google.com or others, a non-systematic approach to Internet research can be not only time consuming, but also incomplete. This book was created for medical professionals, students, and members of the general public who want to conduct medical research using the most advanced tools available and spending the least amount of time doing so. ... Read more

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This digital document is an article from Gale Encyclopedia of Medicine, 3rd ed., brought to you by Gale®, a part of Cengage Learning, a world leader in e-research and educational publishing for libraries, schools and businesses.The length of the article is 1146 words.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.The third edition of this authoritative, comprehensive, in-depth medical guide features information on medical topics in language accessible to adult laypersons. Disease/disorder articles typically cover definition; description; causes and symptoms; diagnosis; treatments; prevention; and more. Test/treatment articles typically cover definition; purposes; precautions; preparation; risks; normal and abnormal results; and much more. ... Read more

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Information on many genetic disorders, and the frequent new findings on them, has been extremely difficult to come by—until now. The “Gale Encyclopedia of Genetic Disorders” addresses the need for current, hard-to-find facts on emerging discoveries. The two-volume Encyclopedia, presented in a single alphabetical sequence, provides clear, complete information on genetic disorders, including conditions, tests, procedures, treatments and therapies, in articles that are both comprehensive and easy to understand, in language accessible to laypersons. The articles are arranged in a standardized format for quick comparison and ease of use, while non-disorder topics are covered in detail with extended entries. Students will want to consult the “Gale Encyclopedia of Genetic Disorders” for useful information on a range of well known disorders, including Down Syndrome, Trisomy, Hemophilia and Tourette Syndrome, and rarely seen diseases such as Meckel Syndrome, Neuraminidase Deficiency and Phenylketonuria.