Osteoporosis is a treatable condition that leads to bone weakening. There are several causes, such as a loss of estrogen in aging women or cancer. The Lance Armstrong Foundation points out that osteoporosis is sometimes called a silent disease because it can exist for many years without any symptoms. Numerous books have been written about osteoporosis and ways to cope and treat the condition. Osteoporosis books can also offer inspiration for living with the condition.
"The Myth of Osteoporosis"
Gillian Sanson, author of "The Myth of Osteoporosis: What Every Woman Should Know About Creating Bone Health," received excellent remarks from the Journal of the American Medical Association for the work done in this book. JAMA explains that Sanson reported on a large body of scientific data and raised many controversial arguments, especially with regard to the efficacy of current drug treatment methods. JAMA suggests that while Sanson's views on medication are not in line with the association's, bringing up such arguments is an important way for those involved with osteoporosis to make informed decisions about treatment options. Despite the controversial discussion, JAMA agrees with Sanson's urging patients to seek out information before engaging in a long-term drug treatment plan.
"Osteoporosis for Dummies"
Carolyn Riester O'Conner, MD, and Sharon Perkins, RN, teamed up to write, "Osteoporosis for Dummies," a conversational exploration of the bone disease. As the title implies, the book is written in a manner that nearly everyone can understand. The book helps readers examine their personal risk of developing osteoporosis. Diagnosis, treatment and prevention options are discussed. Specifically, options like hormone replacement therapy, acupuncture, exercise and dietary supplements are given as highly-regarded methods of dealing with osteoporosis.
"What your Doctor May Not Tell You About Osteoporosis"
Clinical director of the National Osteoporosis Foundation, Felicia Cosman, M.D, wrote the book, "What your Doctor May Not Tell You About Osteoporosis." She includes personal accounts of her own porous bone condition. Beginning with a thorough medical explanation of the bone disease, Cosman takes readers through the process of identifying risk of osteoporosis development, preventing it, getting a proper diagnosis and choosing treatment. She even covers special topics, such as osteoporosis in men and the use of steroids leading to the bone disease. The author writes about her own personal journey to provide readers with inspiration as well understanding of the highly-technical medical information surrounding osteoporosis.
