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Polycystic Ovary Syndrome

Mohgah Elsheikh & Caroline Murphy (2008)

A newly published facts book about PCOS, written by leading authorities in the field. Includes a section concerned with weight management , carbohydrates and the glycaemic index as well as providing plenty of information on causes, diagnosis and treatment.

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The Vulvodynia Survival Guide: how to overcome painful vaginal symptoms & enjoy an active lifesyle

Howard I Glazer & Gae Rodke (2002)

Vulvodynia is a complex and painful condition which affects thousands of women. This book contains plenty of useful advice and information concerning this condition and how to treat it effectively.

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Living Well with Endometriosis: what your doctor doesn't tell you that you need to know

Kerry-Ann Morris (2006)
A relatively new book to add to our collection written by someone who suffers from the condition herself. It covers the range of management and treatment options available and includes a chapter giving advice on how to become an empowered patient, which should be very useful.

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The V Book: vital facts about the vulva, vestibule, vagina and more

Elizabeth Stewart & Paula Spencer (2002).
This book offers frank and useful information and advice on all aspects of vaginal health. It also includes interesting historical facts about the three vees as well as useful hints on lifestyle habits which may or may not contribute to some of the bothersome issues many women experience during their lifetime, related to the vagina.

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Hysterectomy: woman to woman

Sue E Barber (1996)
If you need to consider the possibility of having a hysterectomy, this book could be useful, offering advice on how to decide and what to expect after surgery and beyond. The author recounts her own experience, including her research into her condition plus the search for a gynaecologist. Although this journey took place in North America , most of the information will be as relevant to Australian women.

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Polycystic Ovary Syndrome: a woman's guide to identifying and managing PCOS

Dr John Eden (2005)
This book gives detailed information about how to identify PCOS and manage it successfully. It debunks a number of myths surrounding the condition and includes a number of useful websites.

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Sex, Lies & the Truth about Uterine Fibroids

Carla Dionne (2001)
Uterine fibroids are quite a common occurrence and this book offers comprehensive and useful advice about the latest methods for dealing with them. The author recounts her own personal experiences including how she sorted through conflicting theories about the best treatment options for uterine fibroids.

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Endometriosis and other pelvic pain

Dr Susan Evans (2005)
This book covers everything you need to know about endometriosis. There is a useful chapter containing information about how endometriosis treatment has changed over the years and what's available currently, so the fact that the book is Australian is a bonus.

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Hysterectomy: New Options and Advances

Lorraine Dennerstein, Carl Wood & Ann Westmore (1995)
Although ten years old, this book still provides some good, basic information about hysterectomies, written by experts in the field. Over the years, this book has been an extremely popular choice and we have received positive feedback from many borrowers.

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The Endometriosis Survival Guide: your guide to the latest treatment options and the best coping strategies

Margot Joan Fromer (1998)
This book aims to provide information to help you develop coping strategies to deal with unresponsive doctors, the various treatment options and pain management, to name a few. There is also a section addressing the issue of alternative therapies, highlighting those which can be beneficial, and those which can cause harm.

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What your Doctor may NOT tell you about Fibroids

Scott C Goodwin, & Michael Broder (2003)
This book explores alternative options for treating or controlling fibroids without hysterectomy. There are a wide range of options including alternative medicine, drug treatment as well as surgical procedures such as uterine fibroid embolization.

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