xlii, 2306 pages, 8 unnumbered pages of plates : color illustrations ; 25 cm
Other Title:
Home health handbook The Merck manual of medical information, Home ed
Notes:
Previously published as: The Merck manual of medical information, Home ed Includes index
Contents:
A guide for readers Understanding medical terms Fundamentals Drugs Digestive disorders Liver and gallbladder disorders Kidney and urinary tract disorders Heart and blood vessel disorders Lung and airway disorders Bone, joint, and muscle disorders Brain, spinal cord, and nerve disorders Mental health disorders Disorders of nutrition and metabolism Hormonal disorders Blood disorders Cancer Immune disorders Infections Skin disorders Mouth and dental disorders Ear, nose, and throat disorders Eye disorders Men's health issues Women's health issues Children's health issues Older people's health issues Injuries and poisoning Special subjects Appendixes. Weights and measures ; Common medical tests ; Drug names : generic and trade ; Resources for help and information