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Reliable books on endometriosis?

10 years ago•11 Replies

Does anyone know of any reliable books about endo? I've seen a few on amazon but I'm not sure how helpful/useful they are.

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Impatient10 years ago

Do you mean about the endo diet? I'm not sure there is enough info about endo itself to fill even a pamflet never mind a book. Save money and check them out at the local library befor you decide to invest in them. Or look on amazon for reviews. Personally I haven't bought any endo books. Not much point to my way of thinking when so much is available and up to date online these days, and each of us has our own unique journey with the disease.

Investing in a book about the endo diet and recipes or food suggestions is probably a very good idea, but on the disease itself...use the internet. So many websites filled with graphics, videos, articles, experiences, and so on. And being updated all the time. Many are created by eminent endo surgeons and experts.

sparkleghost in reply to Impatient10 years ago

Any books you recommend on the endo diet in particular Impatient? I'd be interested to give it a go. My nutritionist recommended going vegan and cutting out gluten but that didn't seem to make any difference (tried that for a little over 3 months).

Penel in reply to sparkleghost10 years ago

I came across this article on food on the Gluten Free Guerrillas site.

centerforendometriosiscare....

Cooka10 years ago

I agree with Impatient, the library is good for research first to try out books. I found a great book that I recommend called "Endometriosis. Natural & Medical Solutions" by Kaz Cooke & Ruth Trickey.

Chrissie6610 years ago

It depends on whether you want scientific facts and figures or a go to book - if it's the latter, I'd thoroughly recommend Endometriosis For Dummies. Still my 'bible' after 20 years of endo

nancynursez63710 years ago

100 Questions and Answers about Endometriosis David Redwine, or you can go to teh CEC website and read their patient information

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nancynursez63710 years ago

Much of the books on endo are based on old mythic beliefs that have lead the industry astray for nearly 100 years.

charlie8310 years ago

Hi there

I highly recommend Coping with Endometriosis by Robert H Phillips and Glenda Motta. It's a red cover.

Another excellent one is Endometriosis by Susie Hayman. You can probably find both of these on amazin and/or ebay. The Hayman one is quite old but very helpful despite that.

Hope this helps

stevieflp10 years ago

I can recommend "Stop Endometriosis and Pelvic Pain" by Dr Andrew S Cook. He is one of the top USA endo surgeons/consultants. I have done a lot of research and reading about endo and about all kinds of other related things and I think this book has a lot of valuable information, not only about endo treatment but about lifestyle, diet, chemicals we encounter in daily life that we could well do without etc.

Mirmir10 years ago

From what I can see, the stuff by David Redwine, already mentioned above, is honest and straight to the point, and also attempts to debunk many of the common myths associated with the condition. If I were spending money on something, it'd be his stuff. I would also remember though that he is a surgeon, so is a bit biased towards surgical methods of treatment. Whatever you buy, try to also get something that talks about dietary influences and alternative approaches. You could try the book 'Key to Healing' by Dian Shepperson Mills. It might be a bit out of date now though.

Merlion0910 years ago

hi Smee 22

Here is a list of books that charity have listed - hope you find what you need xxx

ENDOMETRIOSIS UK ___________________________________

Lay Books in print about endometriosis

Newer publications listed first. Some older publications can be found in libraries. If using an older publication be aware that some of the treatments explained may not be up to date.

Title: Endometriosis and other pelvic pain

Author: Dr Susan Evans

Publisher: Piakus (2006) ISBN0 7499 2705 4

Title: The Endometriosis Natural Treatment Program

Author: Valerie Worwood and Julia Stonehouse

Publisher: Endometriosis Solutions Ltd (2004) ISBN 0954850602

Title: Endometriosis: Natural and Medical Solutions

Author: Kaz Cooke and Ruth Trickey

Publisher: Allen and Unwin (Australia) Pty Ltd (2004) ISBN 1865087610

Title: Endometriosis: The Complete Reference for Taking Control of your health

Author: Mary Lou Ballweg

Publisher: Contemporary Books (2003) ISBN 0071412484

Title: What to do when the doctor says it’s endometriosis

Author: Cheryl Kimball and Thomas L Lyons

Publisher: Fair Winds Press (2003) ISBN 1592330290

Title: Endometriosis: A Key to Healing Through Nutrition

Author: Dian Mills and Michael Vernon

Publisher: Harper Collins (2002) ISBN 0007133103

Title: The 2002 Official Patient’s Sourcebook on Endometriosis

Author: James N Parker

Publisher: Lightening Source UK Ltd (2002) ISBN 0597831319

Title: Explaining Endometriosis

Author: Lorraine Henderson and Ros Wood

Publisher: Allen and Unwin (Australia) Ptly Ltd (2001) ISBN 1865081337

Title: Coping with Endometriosis: Sound, compassionate advice for alleviating the physical and emotional symptoms of this frequently misunderstood illness

Author: Glenda Motta and Robert H Phillips

Publisher: Avery Publish Group (2000) ISBN 1583330747

PTO

Title: Coping with Endometriosis: Covering Common Problems:

Author: Jo Mears

Publisher: Sheldon Press (1996) ISBN 0859697487

Title: Understanding Endometriosis

Author: Caroline Hawkridge

Publisher: Optima (1996) ISBN 0356210936

(also 1989 edition in print – see below)

Title: Endometriosis and Fibroids

Author : Dr Sarah Brewer