Multiple Sclerosis, Fifth Edition: A Guide for the Newly Diagnosed

by T. Jock Murray

An MS diagnosis is not an endpoint. This is the place to begin your education and manage your future.

Now in its fifth edition, Multiple A Guide for the Newly Diagnosed is the best-selling guide to multiple sclerosis (MS) for newly diagnosed patients and their families. Written in plain language by renowned MS expert physician T. Jock Murray, this book guides patients at any stage who want to know more about the disease, its potential impact on your life, and the medical treatments now available for managing it successfully.

The fifth edition is updated to reflect recent advances in understanding the underlying mechanisms and disease progression, the diagnostic criteria and classification of MS, and new drugs and therapies. This book opens the window on an MS diagnosis and provides answers to the multitude of questions patients will have so they can take charge and make informed decisions about their health and treatment.

Genres: Nonfiction, Health

258 pages, Kindle Edition

First published January 1, 2012

Reviews

[Nicole Augsback · Rating 5 out of 5]

As far as educational books go, I really appreciated this work. Well written and in a manner that all can understand. Great links to other resources as well.

[Zoom · Rating 4 out of 5]

Good overview of the causes, disease course, treatment, research and resources for MS.

[Laura · Rating 4 out of 5]

Really interesting history and good factual information. A bit outdated or I'd give it 5 stars.

[Sara Ann · Rating 4 out of 5]

Informative but sometimes hard to understand. Learned more about my disease and will pass along to my father so he can also learn some basics.