"The First Year: Scleroderma," by Karen Gottesman

A thoughtful, systematic approach to navigating the day-to-day realities of the diagnosis of scleroderma and its subsequent challenges. Those who are overwhelmed by the prospect of managing a lifelong illness may find much-needed direction in these pages. The author also provides information on a broad range of topics such as clinical trials, and how to take on your new role of "patient." (248 pages; 2003)

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