"What Your Doctor May NOT Tell You About Fibromyalgia"
by R. Paul St. Amand, M.D.,
and Claudia Craig Marek
393 pages softcover book
$15.00
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     This is a detailed explanation of Fibromyalgia, its history, its relationship with hypoglycemia, and its treatment using the Guaifenesin Protocol. The book includes an extensive resource section.

"What Your Doctor May NOT Tell You About Pediatric Fibromyalgia"

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     In a sequel to their bestselling book "What Your Doctor May Not Tell You About Fibromyalgia," Dr. R. Paul St. Amand and Claudia Craig Marek have written a groundbreaking guide to pediatric fibromyalgia. Parents will learn the symptoms of pediatric fibromyalgia and why it is often not properly diagnosed. Included are guidelines to determine the proper dose of guaifenesin for children, how to help them cope with their symptoms and the link between fibromyalgia and hypoglycemia.

"The First Year--Fibromyalgia:
An Essential Guide for the Newly Diagnosed"
(The First Year Series)
by Claudia Craig Marek
Softcover: 320 pages
$15.95
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     Fibromyalgia affects millions of people in the United States, but as a condition with wide-ranging symptoms and no test available yet for diagnosis, it remains one of the most difficult to identify and treat. When Claudia Craig Marek was definitively diagnosed with fibromyalgia in 1991, she found very little information, advice, or support for coping with her condition. Marek decided to take charge of her health and educate herself on every aspect of fibromyalgia -- by reading medical and scientific books and journals, talking with doctors, and networking with other people who have the condition. Now, as a "patient-expert," she shares her unrivaled experience and knowledge, walking those newly diagnosed step-by-step through their first year with fibromyalgia. Marek provided crucial information about:

-- Strategies for accomplishing necessary lifestyle changes
-- Guidelines and tips for modifying your diet
-- Choosing the right medical team
-- Stress management and exercise
-- Discussing your condition with family, friends, and co-workers
-- Current medical research and medications
-- Effective alternative therapies
-- Support group resources

     By producing reliable, useful, empathetic, and up-to-date information you need to know when you most need to know it, "The First Year -- Fibromyalgia" is an indispensable resource for everyone learning to cope with this condition. It includes special sections on dealing with chronic psychological effects like fibrofog, identifying fibromyalgia in children, finding or starting a support group that works for you.

"What Your Doctor May Not Tell You About Fibromyalgia Fatigue"
by R. Paul St. Amand, M.D.,
and Claudia Craig Marek
Softcover:$14.95
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     The authors of the successful "What Your Doctor May Not Tell You About Fibromyalgia" present a revolutionary new guide to help sufferers relieve their chronic fatigue.Affecting over 20 million Americans, fibromyalgia is a chronic disease whose symptoms include muscular pain and fatigue. Now, Dr. St. Amand, an expert on fibromyalgia, delivers a detailed diet, exercise, and lifestyle plan to help sufferers fight the often debilitating effects of chronic fatigue. Focusing on boosting energy, Dr. St. Amand offers important advice on avoiding energy drains (illnesses and injuries common to fibromyalgics) and increasing energy builders through the right combination of diet and exercise. In addition, he includes an accessible discussion on how energy is created by the body and delicious recipes proven to relieve symptoms--helping readers reclaim their lives and their health.

"The Guaifenesin Protocol Videotape"
The Diagnosis and Treatment of Fibromyalgia & Hypoglycemia,
Including the Mapping Demonstration
75 minutes

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Note: The videotapes are available in American VHS format only. If you live in a country using a different format you will need to convert the tapes to that format. Please determine before purchasing whether you are able to do the conversion. We cannot offer refunds based on format incompatibility.)

"The Mapping Demonstration Videotape"
R. Paul St. Amand, M.D.
15 minutes

Copyright 1999 Fibromyalgia Treatment Center, Inc.
$10.00
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     This tape is a duplicate of the mapping demonstration portion of "The Guaifenesin Protocol Videotape." We are making this available separately for those who are interested only in a demonstration of the diagnostic mapping technique.

The "Mila + Hambone" Book Series
"Why Is Mommy Staying in Bed Again Today?"
"Why Can't Sharon Come Out To Play?"
stories by Claudia Marek, design and illustration by Lou Marek
Large format, softcover
$8.95 each
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      These are the first two titles in the series of "Mila + Hambone" books for children, a new one on diabetes soon to appear. Mila, age eight, and her dog, Hambone are medical explorers. In each book they have an adventure that brings them closer to their friends and family. In the first book, "Why is Mommy Staying in Bed Again Today?," Mila learns about Fibromyalgia. She visits the doctor with her mother to learn about the disease, and finds things that she can do around the house to help. In "Why Can't Sharon Come Out to Play?," Mila confronts Pediatric Fibromyalgia when she stops to help a friend in need.
     These books are designed to help parents and teachers explain difficult subjects to young children who are often left to imagine the worst and may feel lost and sad when a family member is ill. They are an entertaining yet serious way to explain the problems faced by people who live with chronic disease.

Introducing the "Fibro Queen!"

     In honor of all fibromyalgics who struggle to live a quality life, we created this amusing symbol of the good humor and strength displayed by FM sufferers. We affectionately refer to this friend of ours as the "Fibro Queen" because she is strong in spirit and honest about her disease and its effects. She is the embodiment of "good humor in the face of all adversity".Laughter is the very best medicine.

The Hypoglycemia Diet Refrigerator Magnet
8 1/2" x 11", laminated
$5.00
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     This letter-size refrigerator magnet will hold up under the most extreme use. It contains the entire Strict and Liberal food lists and Dr. St. Amand's simple directions for the Hypoglycemia Diet, all on one grease-proof page.

The Symptom Journal
$14.95
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     This is a "book of lists" that you don't have to think about to use. Just fill in the blanks. There are far more categories than most people need. Trace your progress without having to rely on your foggy memory. Over time, you will see a healing curve that may not be immediately apparent. When symptoms disappear, it is usually so gradual that we often don't realize it until much later. The journal is 6" x 8", coil bound, sturdy, convenient and comprehensive.

The Fibromyalgia Treatment Forum Newsletter
Annual Subscription - $32.00
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     This is a bimonthly survival guide for FM sufferers. Our editorial goal is to provide accurate information on the treatment of fibromyalgia and its related conditions for patients and medical practitioners. Although our primary focus is Dr. R. Paul St. Amand's Guaifenesin Protocol, we cover the FM universe - developments, history, research, treatments and controversies.