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Multiple sclerosis my story, is the autobiography of antony kelly. Navigating life with multiple sclerosis kathleen costello, ben w thrower, and barbara s giesser brain and life books. Sep 14, 2016 explaining ms when others cant or wont understand. Several studies have reported high rates of depression in multiple sclerosis ms with a lifetime prevalence of. This book, whose topics range from a definition of the disease, to the diagnostic and treatment process, lifestyle issues such as reproduction and selfefficacy, also provides the reader with. Jul 05, 2012 multiple sclerosis is the most common neurological cause of debilitation in young people. The guide to treatment and management is a comprehensive, accessible guide to the. Most books depressed me as it seemed many writers had given up or led a very challenging life.
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