Read before you have cataract surgery
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This book will be of great help to those contemplating cataract surgery. It helps the patient understand the process, what to look for in their surgeon and what questions to ask. I recommend it. I was not aware of this book until after my cataract surgery, but that experience enables me to judge the book from a unique perspective. Been there, done that! You might wonder why someone who has had the surgery would read the book, well, one can never know too much and I needed to understand something that occurred during my surgery. This book gave me the answer.
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Eye surgery made me finally send for these through Amazon.  I had been tempted for some time.  Now, even though my eye surgery is in the past, I find I can't get along without my Vivitar magnifyers.  They are so convenient to use.  I have one stashed in three different rooms and use them all the time.....especially with the newspaper and phone book.
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the material is great , but I have cataracts and it has fine print , so it is almost too much for the strain it puts on them, so I am reading  "The Law of One" on the computer, he has the most brilliant mind I have ever come across in my 78 yr's  , I have studied metaphysics since 65 , not to mention the hundreds of things that 99% of the pop. would not understand. I thank him for putting out all the info he does. one w/ the one , mary.
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Cataracts cause my eyes to need more than the average amount of light and using a magnifier ... well, the more magnification that is wanted, the more light that is needed. Having used several magnifiers designed for 20/20 users, I find this magnifier to be a real God-send. Enough magnification for the smallest tasks, enough light to be able to see well.
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This book is clearly written, covers a lot of material and is a really nice resource for people with macular degeneration. Much of the emphasis is on patients with vision loss and the font size is large to aid in reading. However, it also offers calm advice and information to the newly diagnosed. In fact, it offered me much more useful information than did the retinal specialist. The authors avoid getting too technical and this is both a plus and a minus. That is, most readers will have little trouble understanding almost everything in the book. On the other hand, if you want more detail, more up to date medical information, and more a more critical approach, you will need to use this book as your starting point. The only other negatives that I can remember are a very non-critical description of 'alternative' medicine and a somewhat confusing description of visual rehabilitation methods.
On the whole, if you have been newly diagnosed with macular degeneration or have been facing it for a long time, this is must reading. However, this should be your first book on the subject and all are advised to expand beyond this as a reference.
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Dr. Edelstein's book is one of the key books you must have if you are facing a cancer diagnosis. Dr. E walks you though all the criteria that you need to consider in choosing a surgeon, an oncologist and a radiologist (as well as other potentially life saving matters).  READ THIS BOOK!  Choosing your doctors is a key piece of your health equation.  Be informed about the choices you are making and be sure to ask the right questions.  Do you know what to ask your surgeon?  Do you know about the differences between radiation equipment and how that can impact treatment?  Do you know when to get chemo from your local doc and when to go to a specialist?  This book will empower you to make smart, informed decisions.
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The book was informative and easy to read. It covered all the questions I had about my glaucoma treatment. I found it very helpful.
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Everyone in my family wears eyeglasses. I always used to brag I wasn't the only one using any, however, as work got really intense and we're talking about 14 hours in front of the computer, my eyes inevitably caved in to my most dreaded specs. I am not a fan of medical treatment and I believe this book might be helpful in naturally preventing my eyesight from waning. I'm just a bit dubious about using castor oil as an eyedrop as I've read in the thread of reviews. I'll look into this, too, and I might consider buying this book.
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The content is fantastic and essential information. Unfortunately, to carry it around with you, necessitates having either a magnifying lens or superman eyes.
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I had once asked my eye doctor if there was anything I could do to improve my eyesight.  He said, "No, you will need to get stronger prescription glasses".  Two years later, I stumbled upon this book.  My prescription strength was -3.00 (L) and -3.50 (R), with a slight astigmatism in my right eye.  After two and a half months of performing these exercises roughly every other day, my prescription strength is now -1.75 (L) and -2.25 (R), with no trace of astigmatism.
I personally don't care what method this is based on and what new packaging the authors are doing.  This book works for me and that's what I care about.  For the first time in 15 years, I can look at my alarm clock in the morning and see what time it is without glasses or squinting.  This book has worked for me.
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My husband had a start of Cataracts - after taking this for a couple of months his eyes got better and keep getting better!
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This lightweight (pardon the pun!) little book is directed toward those who have either had or are planning to have weight loss surgery: it is not a discussion about what the surgery is, how it is done, or the physical recovery and consequences, but instead it is more about how to cope with the decision to have weight loss surgery and the aftermath psychologically. The authors Dr. Nick Nicholson, a renowned bariatric surgeon, and B. A. Blackwood, an author, retired trial lawyer, and marathon runner present their information well, providing many tips about personal response to the decision to undergo a procedures, what to expect in the recovery period  not so much the vomiting and inability to swallow much in the way of liquids or foods - but instead how you the patient will be able to support the concept of healthy diet and exercise so necessary for the full result of the procedure to enhance your health and expectations.

It also should be noted that the weight loss surgery of the title is restricted to bariatric surgery: the lap band, gastric bypass, and gastric stapling. These procedures are widely performed, are often recommended for people with diabetes, hypertension, and other diseases for which increased body weight is a negative factor toward extended longevity. The other aspect of weight loss surgeries  those of the body contouring by laser or ultrasound or radio frequency assisted liposuction performed under tumescent local anesthesia with the patient awake or even the traditional liposuction performed under general anesthesia  are not mentioned. Comparing all forms of these procedures would have been a helpful addition to the book.

Or as the authors summarize, Bariatric surgerys purpose is to lower high blood pressure, cure diabetes, stop liver disease, slow down the progress of degenerative joint disease, alleviate the need for knee or other joint replacement, ease the stress on your back, and lower your weight to a size your heart can handle, staving off future cardiac problems.  Any improvement in your looks from the weight loss is a bonus, but it shouldnt obscure the progress you're made in the area that really counts  your health.
The book is about you and your expectations and s such is a fine addition to the armamentarium about weight loss. It could have been better if expanded. Grady Harp, December 13
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"Incision Decisions" is your one-stop guide to surgery preparation and recovery. If your doctor has told you that you need surgery, this is a good book to read so you know what to expect and how to recover properly.

Kaye Newton is a hospital advocate who has also been through surgery. She made it through a hysterectomy so I'd recommend this book specifically for women over 40 as it has many valuable tips especially for women.

What surprised me about this book was the lighthearted humor throughout. I'd swear that Kaye Newton is a comedian in her spare time.

The detailed information on what to expect at the hospital is invaluable. Also Kaye Newton explains what you should look for as far as the qualities of a surgeon go. She also talks about how to avoid pneumonia and talks about morphine pumps and extra strength Tylenol.

If it all seems a bit overwhelming to have surgery, this book explains how to get organized at home so your recovery works out better. There are all kinds of things you would not normally think about, so this author has you covered. She even talks about what you should wear and how you should organize your house before going to the hospital. There is also a list of high-protein foods that you will need to help your body heal faster.

I can't think of a more detailed book on the subjects Kaye Newton covers. Better to be prepared than go into surgery without all the needed information. By reading this book you will feel comforted and less alone. I found this book to be informative and entertaining.

~The Rebecca Review

P.S. I would however not recommend the TV shows this author talks about.

I received one free book for review purposes.
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I have always heard that carrots helped improve your eye sight but I didn't know there were so many other foods that can also help.

This book delivers some great value and tips for those looking to improve their vision without corrective lenses or contacts. Because who wants to deal with that? Not me!

Besides the healing powers of food, this book contains a variety of tips and practices that you can implement to improve your vision naturally.

Just what I was looking for. Worth the read :)
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After my cataract surgery on both eyes, I was unable to do much close up reading. A friend suggested I check out a Kindle Paperwhite. The pure white background and larger font answered my needs in excellent fashion. I really like and enjoy my Kindle Paperwhite.
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This book does have good advice. The information on how to select frames was great. I was hoping for more suggestions for how to compensate for the optics of glasses.
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I purchased these because at recent annual eye exam, it was revealed my macula/ocular nerve was degenerating due mostly to prolonged exposure to computers & mobile devices.  My eyesight was the same (distance perfect, reading 1.25,  for the last 3 years) except I had noticed I was getting more sensitive to car headlights, bright light & sunlight.  The Dr did a test on one of those machines where your pupils are dialated and you put your chin on the rest and they blast a light into each eye & take pics or something, which showed my ocular /macular density was 0.20 when it should be 0.75 - 1.0.  She said start blocking blue light IMMEDIATELY to slow the progression of the damage.  Since I use reading glasses, I got these to go over them & they fit great & block the most blue light, more than any other ones I could find on Amazon & just use them without the reading glasses when I watch TV.  Yeah...I look a little goofy...my man says Bono's got nothing on me...but I would like to slow the progression of this disease as much as possible. Eventually, I will lose my central vision.  There is no cure for macular degeneration so people PLEASE get your eyes checked and protect yourselves before it's too late.  Get your kids something, too, especially if they're gamers.  They have low-key non-goofy looking/almost cool-looking stuff for work & general use....and GET YOUR EYES CHECKED!  I've attached a pic here of normal sight thru late stages of macular degeneration.  You don't want this to happen to you if you can prevent it.  Tell your friends.