Encyclopedia of Men's Health

New Reference Book:

Encyclopedia of Men's Health
Glenn S. Rothfeld, M.D., M.Ac., and Deborah S. Romaine
New York, NY: Facts on File, Inc, 2005
Call# RA777.8 .R68

From Facts on File:

"Many health risks to men can be prevented and treated if they are diagnosed early. An important book for people of all ages, The Encyclopedia of Men’s Health offers a complete overview of the medical, scientific, social, and lifestyle issues that impact men's health.

More than 600 A-to-Z entries cover issues related to men’s physical and mental health and well-being, including: physiology, life span, diseases and conditions (including treatment protocols, procedures, and surgeries), genetics, medications, vitamins and supplements, psychology, sports medicine, sexual health, relationships, men’s fertility, fatherhood, and more. Allopathic, complementary, and integrative approaches to men’s health are also discussed. An extensive bibliography, a directory of leading men’s health research centers and organizations, and a glossary of key terms round out this comprehensive reference.

Entries include:

• Alzheimer's disease


• Antioxidant


• Autoimmune disorders


• Blood pressure


• Contraception


• Erectile dysfunction


• Gout


• Hair loss


• Insomnia


• Lymphoma


• Nicotine


• Stomach ulcers


• Tennis elbow


• Vasectomy


• Vitamin supplements


• Yoga.

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