{"product_id":"living-well-with-mitochondrial-disease-a-handbook-for-patients-parents-and-families-9781606130148","title":"Living Well with Mitochondrial Disease: A Handbook for Patients  Parents  and Families","description":"\u003cp\u003eLIVING WELL WITH MITOCHONDRIAL DISEASE helps make sense of mitochondrial disease (Mito)  an overwhelming and complex group of diagnoses that has grown exponentially in recent years. The most common metabolic disorders  thought to be more common than cystic fibrosis and broader-reaching than most genetic diseases  Mito can affect babies  children  and teens from birth or at any point during their development. Previously healthy adults  as well as adults with a history of unexplained fatigue  are increasingly receiving a Mito diagnosis. Some children with autism spectrurm disorders who have medical issues such as digestive difficulties and fatigue are also being identified as having a mitochondrial disorder. This guide  the first book about Mito written for patients and their families -- takes readers from understanding how the mitochondria work (they are the powerhouse of the cell  providing energy for the entire body)  how people with mitochondrial defects are diagnosed and treated  to how to live well when you  your child  or someone you love is struggling with disabling symptoms. Topics include: The journey to diagnosis; the biochemistry of Mito; practical advice for the specific needs of children and adults; understanding and managing symptoms; where to find specialists and support; treatment approaches; autism and Mito. Writing from the perspective of both a parent and nurse  the author shows adult patients  parents  family members  and caregivers how to achieve the best quality of life possible. Readers will feel empowered as they come to understand the causes of Mito  learn to manage the symptoms  avoid emergencies  and make appropriate lifestyle choices.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"My Store","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":45651649790005,"sku":"ByrdShop_1606130145","price":44.1,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0627\/8139\/0901\/files\/9781606130148.jpg?v=1781836999","url":"https:\/\/atxbooks.com\/products\/living-well-with-mitochondrial-disease-a-handbook-for-patients-parents-and-families-9781606130148","provider":"ATX Books","version":"1.0","type":"link"}