"An A-to-Z reference guide to over 5,000 medical terms including symptoms, diseases, drugs and treatments"--Jacket subtitle.

Provides information on a variety of medical conditions, illnesses, the systems of the body, and how to maintain good health.

"Reference covering more than 40 areas of mediciine, spanning the entire spectrum of modern health care. Includes latest information on health issues, from anthrax to zinc deficiency"--Publisher's description.

An A-Z BMA visual guide to over 7,000 medical terms including symptoms, diseases, drugs and treatments This new, revised sixth edition of the BMA's bestselling and definitive medical reference guide brings authoritative and up-to-date medical knowledge into your home. Stay up-to-date with medical advances and advice; from new developments in travel immunizations to the most recent guidelines for antenatal screening and the latest recommendations for breast awareness. Includes 3,000 diseases, disorders, conditions and symptoms, information on diagnosis & treatment, a wide range of drugs & tests, new & established surgical procedures and explanations of medical terms. Using jargon-free language and an easy-to-use A-Z format, 7,000 entries and more than 800 illustrations, this fully revised and updated edition remains the definitive medical reference book for every family.