Diabetes: A Handbook For Physicians And Their Patients (1920) - Paperback

Diabetes: A Handbook For Physicians And Their Patients is a book written by Philip Horowitz in 1920. The book provides a comprehensive guide to diabetes, including its causes, symptoms, diagnosis, and treatment. It is aimed at both physicians and patients, with the intention of helping them understand the disease and manage it effectively.The book is divided into several chapters, each of which deals with a specific aspect of diabetes. The first chapter provides an overview of the disease and its history. The second chapter discusses the causes and risk factors for diabetes, including genetics, lifestyle, and environmental factors.The third chapter focuses on the symptoms of diabetes, including increased thirst and urination, weight loss, and fatigue. The fourth chapter discusses the various diagnostic tests that can be used to confirm a diagnosis of diabetes, including blood glucose tests and urine tests.The fifth chapter provides an overview of the different types of diabetes, including type 1, type 2, and gestational diabetes. The sixth chapter discusses the various treatment options available for diabetes, including diet and lifestyle changes, medications, and insulin therapy.The final chapter of the book provides practical advice for patients on how to manage their diabetes effectively, including tips on monitoring blood glucose levels, managing medications, and preventing complications.Overall, Diabetes: A Handbook For Physicians And Their Patients is a valuable resource for anyone looking to understand and manage diabetes. It provides a wealth of information on the disease and its treatment, and is written in a clear and accessible style that is easy to understand.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.