Take Care of Yourself by Fries, James F. -- Read -- Imperial Library of Trantor

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Cover Title Page Copyright Table of Contents Important Addresses and Telephone Numbers To Our Readers List of Tables Preface How to Use This Book Introduction PART I: The Habit of Health

Chapter 1 A Pound of Prevention: Your Health Is in Your Hands

Postponing Aging The Six Keys to Health Vigorous, Regular, Serious, Lifelong Exercise Not Smoking Moderate Use of Alcohol and Other Intoxicants Maintenance of a Moderate Weight Reduction of Accidental Injuries Wise Use of Professional Prevention Is It Really as Simple as Postponing Aging? Defining “Morbidity” and “Mortality” Compressing or Expanding Morbidity? What We’ve Learned about Aging and Morbidity The Power of Prevention: How It Works The Habit of Health

Chapter 2 Home Medicine Chest

Blood Pressure Cuff Bandages and Adhesive Tape Antiseptic Cleansers Thermometer Pain and Fever Medications Prescription Narcotic Pain Relievers Antacids Skin Soothers Syrup of Ipecac Antihistamines and Decongestants for Allergies Nose Drops and Sprays Cold Tablets Cough Syrups Laxatives Diarrhea Remedies Sodium Fluoride “Artificial Tears” Eye Drops Zinc Oxide Antifungal Preparations Hydrocortisone Cream Sunscreen Agents Wart Removers Elastic Bandages Vitamin Preparations

PART II: Common Problems

Chapter 3 Emergencies

Emergency Signs Choking Poisoning

Chapter 4 Common Injuries

Cuts Puncture Wounds Animal Bites Scrapes and Abrasions Tetanus Shots Broken Bone? Broken Ribs Ankle Injuries Knee Injuries Arm Injuries Burns Infected Wounds Insect Bites or Stings Snake Bites Fishhooks Smashed Fingers

Chapter 5 Ear, Nose, Throat, Eye, and Mouth Problems

Is It Viral, Bacterial, or Allergic? Colds and Flu Sore Throat Ear Pain and Stuffiness Ear Discharges Hearing Loss Runny Nose Cough Croup Wheezing Hoarseness Swollen Glands Nosebleeds Foreign Body in Eye Eye Pain Decreased Vision Eye Burning, Itching, or Discharge Styes and Blocked Tear Ducts Bad Breath Mouth Sores Toothaches

Chapter 6 Skin Problems

Baby Rashes Diaper Rash Hair Loss Impetigo Ringworm Hives Poison Ivy and Poison Oak Rashes Caused by Chemicals Skin Cancer Eczema Boils Acne Athlete’s Foot Jock Itch Sunburn Lice and Bedbugs Ticks Chiggers Scabies Dandruff and Cradle Cap Patchy Loss of Skin Color Aging Spots, Wrinkles, and Baldness

Chapter 7 Childhood Diseases

Mumps Chicken Pox Measles Rubella Roseola Scarlet Fever Fifth Disease

Chapter 8 Bones, Muscles, and Joints

Arthritis Musculoskeletal Pain Neck Pain Shoulder Pain Elbow Pain Wrist Pain Finger Pain Low Back Pain Hip Pain Knee Pain Leg Pain Shin Pain Ankle Pain Ankle and Leg Swelling Heel Pain Foot Pain

Chapter 9 Chest, Abdominal, and Urinary Problems

Chest Pain Shortness of Breath Palpitations Nausea and Vomiting Diarrhea Heartburn Constipation Rectal Problems Incontinence Difficult Urination for Men Difficult Urination for Women

Chapter 10 Generalized Problems

Fever Headache Sleep Disorders Weakness and Fatigue Dizziness and Fainting High Blood Pressure Anxiety and Grief Hyperventilation Syndrome Lump in the Throat Depression Alcoholism Drug Abuse

Chapter 11 Women’s Health

Breast Self-Examination Gynecological Examination Vaginal Discharge Bleeding Between Periods or After Menopause Difficult Periods Missed Periods Menopause

Chapter 12 Sexual Problems and Questions

Sexually Transmitted Diseases Genital Herpes AIDS and Safer Sex Preventing Unwanted Pregnancy

PART III: Managing Your Professional Medical Care

Chapter 13 Working with Your Doctor and Your Health Care System

Finding the Right Doctor Communicating with Your Doctor Medical History Understanding Your Health Plan Getting the Most Out of Your Visit to the Doctor Asking Questions Carrying Out Your Treatment Program Choosing the Right Medical Facility Hospitals Emergency Rooms Other Medical Facilities Reducing the Cost of Medications Your Doctor Can Help Your Pharmacist Can Help You Can Help Immunizations: A Family Record

PART IV: Appendixes Appendix A: Taking Care of Yourself in an Age of Uncertain Risks Appendix B: Additional Reading Acknowledgments About the Authors Books by These Authors Praise for Take Care of Yourself Index

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