All About Me And My Shunt

Author : Terri Rice Bellush
Publisher : Trafford on Demand Pub
Page : 26 pages
File Size : 49,9 Mb
Release : 2004
Category : Juvenile Fiction
ISBN : 1412005965

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All about Me (and My Shunt) by Terri Rice Bellush Pdf

ALL ABOUT ME (and my shunt), written and illustrated by Terri Rice Bellush, is a long-overdue educational and heartwarming book about Hydrocephalus written for very young children. This fun, yet serious story is told through the eyes of a young girl named Janet. She tells us some of the typical things she likes to do, such as read books and visit her grandparents. She then explains about her Hydrocephalus on a level that young children can understand. We are then led through Janet's experience of having a shunt. She describes some of the symptoms she has when her shunt isn't working properly. We also follow her through the process of getting her shunt fixed at the hospital. Janet concludes her tale by telling us that having a shunt isn't so bad because it helps keep her alive so she can do all the things that she enjoys. Included at the end of the book are brief descriptions and simple drawings of three common types of shunts: Ventriculo-Peritoneal, Ventriculo-Pleural and Ventriculo-Atrial. This book is an excellent way to comfort and teach young children about Hydrocephalus and shunts. Reviews Unlike any other book of it's type - it talks from Janet's point of view. She covers everything from hospitalization, to knowing that 'shunts break like toys', her teachers knowing her condition, and states that 'having a shunt isn't so bad.' We recommend this book, especially to parents with young children. However, adults would enjoy it too. The illustration is unique and very child-friendly. The entire booklet was colorful, demonstrated in a way that is understandable from the very young to adults. We believe that you will find this book very worthwhile. - Debbi Fields, Executive Director - National Hydrocephalus Foundation

Author : Adam Mednick
Publisher : Addicus Books
Page : 175 pages
File Size : 43,7 Mb
Release : 2013-07-01
Category : Health & Fitness
ISBN : 9781936374984

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Normal Pressure Hydrocephalus by Adam Mednick Pdf

Normal pressure hydrocephalus (NPH) is a damaging and often misdiagnosed neurological disease, and this reference provides concise information to help understand the disease and how it’s treated. The book explains the symptoms of NPH, how NPH develops, medical tests performed to diagnose the condition, treatment options, and care after surgery. It’s estimated that nearly 400,000 Americans have NPH, but only about 11,000 have been properly diagnosed and treated: this guide for sufferers and their families will help return patients to their normal lives.

Author : Jodi Sampson
Publisher : iUniverse
Page : 173 pages
File Size : 42,6 Mb
Release : 2013
Category : Biography & Autobiography
ISBN : 9781475964561

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The Face of a Miracle by Jodi Sampson Pdf

Jodi Sampson was a typical girl growing up in a small community by the ocean. She dreamed of falling in love and a life full of good health, great times, and lots of love. Everything seemed to be on track when she married her high school sweetheart. She had some pregnancy troubles, but she hung onto her faith and had two beautiful daughters. But her sense of normalcy vanished when her brother died unexpectedly during her third pregnancy. Despite high levels of stress, she didn't miscarry. She knew from early on, then, that this child, a son she named Michael Francis, was going to be a fighter--a trait that became a double blessing when he was diagnosed with an aggressive brain tumor while still a toddler. Soon, Jodi's own health was threatened, too, but she relied on exercise, nutrition, and family to help her cope. Join Jodi as she proves that never giving up and relying on faith can lead to The Face of a Miracle.

Author : United States. Congress. House. Committee on Appropriations. Subcommittee on the Departments of Labor, Health and Human Services, Education, and Related Agencies
Publisher : Unknown
Page : 1288 pages
File Size : 50,5 Mb
Release : 2007
Category : Administrative agencies
ISBN : STANFORD:36105050454284

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Departments of Labor, Health and Human Services, Education, and Related Agencies Appropriations for 2008 by United States. Congress. House. Committee on Appropriations. Subcommittee on the Departments of Labor, Health and Human Services, Education, and Related Agencies Pdf

Author : Lesli Chinnock Anderson
Publisher : Xlibris Corporation
Page : 133 pages
File Size : 54,9 Mb
Release : 2017-04-11
Category : Biography & Autobiography
ISBN : 9781543413359

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The Lakes in My Head by Lesli Chinnock Anderson Pdf

At forty-five years old, Lesli had earned a bachelor of science in the biological sciences, worked for nearly twenty years in a variety of medical jobs, and was halfway to completing a second degree when she was diagnosed with decompensated hydrocephalus. Hydro what? Is that contagious? If it’s not cancer, what is it? More importantly, will she be able to continue caring for her family, both human and animal, while learning how to care for herself? Unsure of her future, she relies on her faith in a loving God, who guides her into a new and rewarding life using the skills and talents she’d had all along.

Author : Jeanne G. DeBold
Publisher : AuthorHouse
Page : 107 pages
File Size : 55,5 Mb
Release : 2015-10-22
Category : Biography & Autobiography
ISBN : 9781504952798

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Wacky, Wet, and Wobbly by Jeanne G. DeBold Pdf

Jeanne G. DeBold suffered from vague and debilitating signs and symptoms all her life. She discovered at a very early age that she was unable to lie on her stomach. Doing so would cause her to see white stars in her field of vision, she would become extremely nauseated, and her head felt as if it would explode. Her life was fraught with numerous falls resulting in serious injuries, requiring frequent surgeries to attempt to correct these injuries. If the sidewalk was just the slightest bit uneven, she would inevitably trip and fall headlong onto the pavement. She began suffering from both urinary frequency and incontinence in her forties. She suffered several serious falls and incidents after she retired, making her believe that she would spend the rest of her life confined to a wheelchair.

Author : Shereice Garrett
Publisher : Trafford Publishing
Page : 245 pages
File Size : 45,7 Mb
Release : 2012-05-21
Category : Religion
ISBN : 9781466915336

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My Life Is in God's Hands by Shereice Garrett Pdf

Life is forever changing, always evolving. So when one thinks about their own life, many things come to mind. Among things we are more likely to dream about are our goals and aspirations for our life. However, one must not forget about having fun, as well. What happens when you are thrown that unfortunate curve ball that changes your life forever? Do you throw it back? Do you keep it as a souvenir? What do you do? My Life Is In Gods Hands tells the story of a courageous Black woman who was thrown many curve balls in life. She did not give up. Instead she used her faith in God to guide her thru lifes byways and highways. Her experiences taught her, she was safe and tucked away in the mercy and blessed hands of God. Even when her life flashed before her eyes more than once, even when she had to learn to walk again more than twice, she held on to Gods unchanging hands, trusting and believing that although her earthly vessel tried to leave, her spirit would always remain intact and be safe in the hands of God.

Author : Markus Reuber MD, PhD, FRCP,Gregg Rawlings,Steven C Schachter
Publisher : Oxford University Press
Page : 240 pages
File Size : 48,6 Mb
Release : 2018-05-28
Category : Medical
ISBN : 9780190622787

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In Our Words by Markus Reuber MD, PhD, FRCP,Gregg Rawlings,Steven C Schachter Pdf

Psychogenic Non-Epileptic Seizures (PNES) can cause blackouts, collapses, involuntary movements, loss of memory and have major impact on quality of life. Whereas epilepsy is caused by abnormal electrical activity in the brain, PNES are psychological-based responses to triggers inside or outside the body that are perceived as threatening by the person affected. PNES are poorly understood by the medical community. It is common for doctors to struggle to explain this diagnosis, which can leave their patients frustrated and confused. Often people are told that their PNES are caused by "stress" and sent away with no further support or advice. It is no wonder that those affected feel isolated, abandoned and hopeless about living with the condition. In Our Words: Personal Accounts of Living with Non-Epileptic Seizures shows those diagnosed with PNES that they are not alone, and how others have courageously managed to come to terms with their seizures. These heartfelt personal accounts will also allow family, friends, healthcare providers and researchers to gain more understanding of the condition and work to provide a better quality of life to those living with PNES.

Author : Nitin Agarwal,Vamsi Reddy
Publisher : Springer Nature
Page : 543 pages
File Size : 53,5 Mb
Release : 2022-02-08
Category : Medical
ISBN : 9783030869175

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Surviving Neurosurgery by Nitin Agarwal,Vamsi Reddy Pdf

Surviving Neurosurgery: Vignettes of Resilience is a practical guide to the inner workings of the lives of neurosurgeons, healthcare partners, and patients. To this end, this text serves as a first-hand documentary of the unique challenges faced as one progresses through their career. It is a snapshot in time capturing the experiences of both patients and providers. The text is divided into seven parts that run the gamut of a neurosurgeon’s career symbolic of the seven years of neurosurgical training. These narratives include, but are not limited to, residency challenges, surgical nuances, research and funding, embracing humanity, patient experiences, and overcoming hurdles along the journey. Chapters share the wisdom and experiences of over 100 authors consisting of patients, trainees, advanced practice providers, and attending neurosurgeons.

Author : Lewis Hine
Publisher : Bonnier Publishing Ltd.
Page : 154 pages
File Size : 45,9 Mb
Release : 2018-04-05
Category : Biography & Autobiography
ISBN : 9781911600800

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Looking at the Stars by Lewis Hine Pdf

My illness may define the length of my life, but it won't define how I live it. My disability gave me the ability to understand and help others. And now I finally feel like I am living. 17-year-old Lewis Hine is a global phenomenon. Diagnosed with a life-threatening brain tumour and water on the brain at 17 months, he wasn't expected to survive. But Lewis proved everyone wrong; he's not only surviving but thriving. In one Facebook post on his 16th birthday Lewis invited everyone to see how he faces head on the challenges from his ongoing illness, and he went viral. 30 million views later, Lewis now spearheads a campaign, Friend Finder, to make sure no one ever faces childhood illness alone. In his memoir, Lewis reaches out to anyone who may feel isolated in their lives. After 13 brain surgeries and continual health problems, life for Lewis is a daily challenge. From the sheer physical challenges - he is at high risk of sudden unexpected death in epilepsy (SUDEP) and has a pump in his brain just to keep him alive - to the horrendous bullying he's endured, he shares how he finds the strength to overcome all this and still lead a fun and fulfilling life. With a host of admirers around the world from Elton John to Kid Ink, Lewis is living his dream - even becoming Radio 1's Teen Hero of the Year. His story will make you laugh, cry and above all, feel inspired by life's endless possibilities, looking at the stars.

Author : United States. Congress. House. Committee on Foreign Affairs. Subcommittee on Africa, Global Health, and Human Rights
Publisher : Unknown
Page : 68 pages
File Size : 52,6 Mb
Release : 2011
Category : Medical
ISBN : UCSD:31822038359741

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Hydrocephalus Treatment in Uganda by United States. Congress. House. Committee on Foreign Affairs. Subcommittee on Africa, Global Health, and Human Rights Pdf

Author : Pandora Poikilos
Publisher : Heart Press
Page : 81 pages
File Size : 40,6 Mb
Release : 2011-04-12
Category : Fiction
ISBN : 9780983197874

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Excuse Me, My Brains Have Stepped Out by Pandora Poikilos Pdf

Author : Maria McCutchen
Publisher : Tate Publishing
Page : 280 pages
File Size : 52,5 Mb
Release : 2011-10
Category : Biography & Autobiography
ISBN : 9781613460719

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It's All in Your Head by Maria McCutchen Pdf

Maria McCutchen did not have time to be sick. With a husband who had just lost a job, two young sons, and a cross-country move on the horizon, who had time to be sick? Maria didn't have time for a common cold, let alone a major medical condition. But one day while shopping in the grocery store where she had shopped hundreds of times before, she couldn't find the milk. It was then she knew what she was feeling was more than just stress or exhaustion. There was something very wrong. After consulting a few doctors, Maria discovered she had a rare brain cyst known as a posterior fossa arachnoid cyst-a very large brain cyst. Hearing these cysts were normally asymptomatic was of little comfort, especially because she felt her mind and body slipping away more and more every day. Normal mental and physical functions were becoming harder to control. Even if the doctors didn't believe the cyst was a problem, she knew it was. It would take months of living inside a shell of a person that she'd become, months of living in a mental fogginess and sometimes even physical pain, before she would finally get the medical attention she needed. It's All in Your Head chronicles her harrowing medical odyssey and her attempts to regain some sort of semblance of her old life after treatment.

Author : Kurt Richard Spinner
Publisher : Christian Faith Publishing, Inc.
Page : 202 pages
File Size : 54,9 Mb
Release : 2021-05-07
Category : Biography & Autobiography
ISBN : 9781098058647

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Alive by Kurt Richard Spinner Pdf

Death, dying, and the dreary theory of the afterlife. These taboo topics are talked about minimally throughout our culture unless attending a mourning service. Alive is a true personal account detailing a near-death experience that a New Jersey native had while in his twenties. Originally wished to keep quiet, the individual later felt compelled to publish his story in order to have it out there for others to know. That every single person will one day die. A notion not too many are concerned about. Including himself, until having to deal with dying first handedly.

Author : John H. Erickson
Publisher : WestBow Press
Page : 150 pages
File Size : 43,9 Mb
Release : 2015-11-06
Category : Biography & Autobiography
ISBN : 9781512715286

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What I Saw When I Went Blind by John H. Erickson Pdf

In 1969, John Erickson was twelve years old, and he found himself in the hospital, checking out some serious headaches and a slight loss of his eyesight. He would have nine operations over the next three years to save his life, but he would become legally blind in the process. He came to see that blindness was far different than he thought, and that other people’s perception of and reaction to his blindness was far different than he ever expected.