The Comfort of Home^® for Chronic Liver Disease: A Guide for Caregivers

30 Million Americans or 1 in 10 Are Affected by Liver Disease

A healthy liver is essential to a healthy life, yet many people were either exposed to infected blood, have an inherited liver disorder or ignored safe practices and now suffer from chronic liver disease-sometimes so severe they require a liver transplant. This guides helps caregivers understand how diet, good nutrition, rest, and exercise play a major role in controlling complications. Learning how, even moderate amounts of alcohol, can have toxic effects- especially when taken with over-the-counter drugs containing acetaminophen- can prevent the need for a liver transplant. Although the course of treatment can be difficult, this book helps caregivers understand the hepatitis myths, complex treatment plans, and how to help the patient live the best quality of life possible.

"This is an exceptionally well written reference which should prove invaluable to people with liver disorders as well as to the family and friends who will assume responsibility for providing care to these individuals. The authors have successfully married a wealth of information with an easy reading style. I was particularly impressed with their ability to convey the essential components of very complex subjects to readers who lack formal medical training. The notes and tips interspersed in the text serve to artfully focus the reader's attention and to emphasize key elements and concepts."
- Andrew S. Klein, M.D., M.B.A., Esther and Mark Schulman Chair in Surgery and Transplant Medicine, Director, Comprehensive Transplant Center, Cedars-Sinai Medical Center

ISBN 13: 978-0-9787903-2-5
SIZE: 7-3/8 X 9
PAGE COUNT: 256
PRICE: $24.95

Copyright 2008

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