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We all notice things about our bodies that don’t seem quite right. But when are these simply harmless physical quirks and when are they signs that a visit to the doctor is in order? This comprehensive and fascinating guide covers every body part from head to toeâ€"and everything in betweenâ€"to help you decode the often mysterious messages your body sends you.
From brittle hair to hair in all the wrong places, a tingling tush, mismatched eyes, streaked nails, inverted nipples, and excessive flatulence, to name just a few, the body supplies endless signs regarding its state of health and wellness. Most of the time these require nothing more than a trip to the drugstore or cosmetic counter, or no treatment at all. At other times further attention is needed. So here’s the lowdown on what’s happening “down there,†the scoop on poop, straight talk about your joints, and a host of essential, even entertaining information on everything you ever wanted to know about your bodyâ€"but might have been hesitant to ask even your doctor.
Drawn from cutting-edge research and the latest scientific literature, and vetted by a panel of medical experts, this remarkable book also includes historical trivia and fascinating factoids about each body area in question, plus an invaluable resource section. Whether you have a health concern or simply enjoy playing medical detective, Body Signs will not only absorb and inform you but will help you gain a more intimate understanding of the wondrous workings of your body.
Customer Reviews
Decent Reference for Novices (2010-05-28)
But then again, I doubt many MDs, Ph.D.s, or RNs would be in need of a reference manual of this caliber. Yet for the untrained it has a wealth of information, which although available in numerous other places and forms is neatly packaged and presented with insight and a definite humorous panache. The only problem I find with it is that it could turn a person into a hypochondriac or turn a hypochondriac into a super-hypochondriac. Yet I would score the book highly for ease of readability and information for the average reader of health fare, which is exactly for whom this book was intended. If you want more in-depth information you can always buy a copy of the Merck Manual and a good medical dictionary to help identify the medical phraseology in it. You won't need either to enjoy this book.
Good for the novice 'diagnostic detective' (2010-02-26)
This book has a lot of interesting information --though, it is nothing new. It would be great for someone who has not read many health books.
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