Author Description
Written especially for women, this practical handbook gives straightforward answers to questions about normal physical development and functioning, and about the medical and psychological problems that women are likely to encounter in their own lives and in the lives they share with their children and partners. In 350 main entries, many of them illustrated, the reader will find illuminating discussions of sexuality, contraception, childbirth and motherhood, diet, and hygiene, as well as clear definitions of many important medical and technical terms. "Sensible and authorititative....The dictionary style makes reference and cross-reference simple. It is intended for the lay public and can confidently be recommended to patients of all ages."--Journal of Obstetrics and Gynaecology
Menrva's Summary
THE THESIS
This handbook serves as a comprehensive medical reference designed to provide the lay public with accessible, accurate information regarding female physical development and common health concerns. Author Derek Llewellyn-Jones, a medical professional, utilizes his clinical background to distill complex physiological and psychological topics into clear, actionable entries. The text functions as a dictionary-style guide, organizing medical knowledge to assist women in navigating their own health, as well as the health of their families and partners.
THE SCOPE MAP
What You Will Find
- 350 main entries covering topics such as sexuality, contraception, childbirth, diet, and hygiene
- Definitions of essential medical and technical terminology
- Illustrated explanations of bodily functions and medical conditions
Scope Limits
- The text does not provide personalized medical diagnosis or treatment plans for specific individual cases
- The content is limited to the medical knowledge available at the time of publication and may not reflect the most recent clinical advancements
THE AUTHORITY PERSPECTIVE
Experts and medical journals have characterized this work as a sensible and authoritative resource for the general public. Readers frequently note that the dictionary-style organization makes the text highly efficient for quick reference and cross-referencing purposes.
Page Count:
256
Publication Date:
1989-01-01
Publisher:
Oxford University Press
ISBN-10:
0192860658
ISBN-13:
9780192860651
Health
Non-Fiction
Medicine
Reference
Women
Womens Health
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