Diabetes-Type-I Books

The text boxes Martha used were soooo helpful in helping me understand some of the things my doctors were telling me. She broke everything down so that I did not have any trouble understanding the complexity of this chronic illness. Her great looks give me the courage to take better care of my self and to know that a diagnosis of diabetes doesn't mean the "end of the world" - I wish I had had this book available years ago when I was first diagnosed. I recommend this book for ALL diabetics and their families.

I never knew diabetes could affect so many different things until I read this book. The author has simplified the "medical jargon" in a way that I can understand. And her way of sharing her own personal experiences, of different complications, from the first symptom to the present is awesome. I am so glad that a "patient" has finally written a book that I can relate to as a diabetic. I highly recommend this book for ALL diabetics...

This was the most insightful and informational and inspirational book on Diabetes. Having a mother with type 2 diabetes, I am always searching for new information and guidance. Healthly eating, exercise, and mental strength -- thank you! And knowing the facts - so important. This book truly guided me to help my Mom and prevent me (hopefully) from getting this disease. Thank you Ms. Yu.

I found this book to be extremely well-written. It's easy to read and understand, whether you are a layperson or a medical professional. The technical terms are extremely handy when dealing with a health care professional. I also liked the fact that Ms. Yu includes so many personal stories - gives the reader something to identify with. In the back of the book there are a lot of websites, addresses, and phone numbers for Diabetes organizations. The glossary is also a nice touch. This is a must-have for anyone who has Diabetes or whose family has a history of Diabetes.

This book describes the transformation of diabetes from a rapidly-fatal illness to a chronic one with a host of new associated problems. Though written by a physician, the book focuses on this transformation from patients' perspectives. In addition, it emphasizes the impact of diabetes on not just the health of individuals but also on their day-to-day lives.

The highlight of this book is the collection of stories of individual patients and families. Drawing from letters and other patient records at the Joslin Diabetes Center in Boston, Feudtner vividly details the lives of diabetic patients in the 20th century. Of particular interest is a patient who corresponds with his physicians using self-drawn cartoons, a number of which are included in the book.

While this book will be of special interest to diabetic patients and physicians, I recommend it to any reader intersted in the interplay between modern medicine and the people it aims to serve.

It seems to be helpful to both diabetes patients and physicians. But I think it is more helpful in doctors or medicine school students who want to know how to take care diabetes patients exactly.

P.S. This 5th edition book doesn't include any media product(such as CD, DVD) of its contents.