Living With Addison's Disease: A Guide For People With Addison's, Supporters and Professionals

If you've been diagnosed with Addison's disease, you've probably already noticed a gap between what your doctor tells you in a clinic visit and what you actually need to know to get through the week. This book was written to close that gap. Co-authored by a leading endocrinologist and a patient who has lived with adrenal insufficiency for more than 30 years, it speaks to both sides of that experience in clear, practical language.

You'll come away with a solid understanding of how your adrenal glands work, why they matter so much to how you feel day to day, and what you can do to stay as stable as possible. The sections on sick-day rules and adrenal crisis prevention are worth the price alone — this is exactly the kind of information that can keep you out of the emergency room. Whether you've just been diagnosed or have been managing Addison's for years and want a reliable reference to keep on hand, this book delivers.

Published in partnership with the Addison's Disease Self-Help Group, it also makes an excellent resource to share with family members, partners, or employers who want to better understand your condition. At 84 pages, it's short enough to read in an afternoon and detailed enough to return to whenever you need it.