The Bronze Killer - with extensive references. (Hemochromatosis)

Described as "The Book That Gave A Disease A New Name," The Bronze Killer" was once the book that no publisher wanted. However, knowing what she knew about this potentially fatal genetic disorder - - how seldom it was correctly diagnosed and how common it was -- the author ended up by self-publishing it at her own expense. Today it is described as the 'definitive' book on the subject and, as comments attached to the paperback copy will show, it is recommended by hospitals, physicians and clinics around the world. It remains a valuable resource after many, many years and has earned her a Canadian Medal of Honour and a Lifetime Achievement Award from the International Bio-Iron Society.As she learned more about this cruel inherited disorder caused by the absorption of too much iron, she soon realized that the book had to be updated, which is why there are two editions -- the original which is now regarded as a collectors’ item -- and this, the "new" edition. She is quoted in Maclean's magazine as saying that "If more people know about it, more people will live." After all these years, hemochromatosis is still frequently misdiagnosed as symptoms may resemble those of chronic hepatitis, gall bladder and thyroid problems, rheumatoid arthritis, polycythemia, gout and iron deficiency. As some sufferers exhibit pronounced mood swings and other personality changes such as the depression, anger, confusion or diminished memory, they can be incorrectly treated for mental illness. In some cases Alzheimer's has been suspected. As a Kindle the information will be more easily accessible to victims. Read more