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Central diabetes insipidus / Kelton, Sheila / 2005
This booklet describes the condition of central diabetes insipidus, how it is diagnosed, and how it is treated. There are sections on determining the correct dose of replacement hormone, and balancing the fluids of infants. The last section on frequently asked questions will assist the reader to manage similar scenarios.
Description: Paperback; 17 pages
Price: $10.00
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Congenital adrenal hyperplasia (CAH) / Kelton, Sheila / 2003
This booklet describes the condition, including the physiology of the adrenal pathway, but it has an emphasis on practical details, such as measuring/giving salt to infants, preventing adrenal crisis, giving emergency injections, etc. There is also a section on issues for families and girls whose fetal development has been affected by excess androgens. The booklet has been written with input from parents and adult women affected by CAH.
Description: Paperback, 32 pages
Price: $15.00  View a PDF version. (391KB).
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Early puberty in girls / Kelton, Sheila / 2003
This booklet is designed for girls who are starting their pubertal development at the early end of the normal range, about 8 years or so. The booklet describes the normal physical events of puberty, and it addresses the range of normal timing of puberty in girls. It discusses some reasons why some girls may start their puberty earlier than others, and it describes what might happen if a girl with early puberty visits a Pediatric Endocrinologist. Many practical pieces of advice and answers to commonly asked questions are also offered. The final page lists a few resource books on puberty which parents and girls may find helpful.
Description: Paperback; 16 pages
Price: $10.00 View a PDF version. (125KB)
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[Early puberty in girls] Puberte precoce chez la fille / Kelton, Sheila / 2003
This booklet is designed for girls who are starting their pubertal development at the early end of the normal range, about 8 years or so. The booklet describes the normal physical events of puberty, and it addresses the range of normal timing of puberty in girls. It discusses some reasons why some girls may start their puberty earlier than others, and it describes what might happen if a girl with early puberty visits a Pediatric Endocrinologist. Many practical pieces of advice and answers to commonly asked questions are also offered. The final page lists a few resource books on puberty which parents and girls may find helpful.
Description: 1 pdf file
Price: $10.00 View a PDF version. French language version
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Hyperthyroidism / Kelton, Sheila / 2004
This booklet begins with an explanation of the common forms of hyperthyroidism in children and youth. Diagnostic tests are reviewed in the context of the hypothalamic–pituitary–thyroid feedback system. The diagnostic approach to this condition and the various modes of treatment are reviewed in detail. The last section answers frequently asked questions and provides a list of Internet resources and support groups for families dealing with children with hyperthyroidism.
Description: Paperback, 15 pages
Price: $10.00 View a PDF version.
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Hyperthyroidism (Chinese version) / Kelton, Sheila / 2007
Written in Chinese, this booklet begins with an explanation of the common forms of hyperthyroidism in children and youth. Diagnostic tests are reviewed in the context of the hypothalamic–pituitary–thyroid feedback system. The diagnostic approach to this condition and the various modes of treatment are reviewed in detail. The last section answers frequently asked questions and provides a list of Internet resources and support groups for families dealing with children with hyperthyroidism.
Description: Paperback, 16 p. : ill.
Price: $10.00 View a PDF version.
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Hypopituitarism / Kelton, Sheila / 2008
This booklet describes the condition of hypopituitarism with chapters specific to each of five hormones. The emphasis is on practical details of home life, replacing hormones and making decisions about management. The booklet has been written with input from parents and youth affected by hypopituitarism.
Description: Paperback, 60 pages
Price: $20.00 View a PDF version.
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Hypothyroidism / Connaughty, Sharon; Kelton, Sheila / 2001
Both congenital and acquired hypothyroidism are explained in this booklet. The effect of thyroid deficiency on the infant and on the growing child is outlined in detail. Diagnostic tests are reviewed in the context of the hypothalamic–pituitary–thyroid feedback system. The last section discusses thyroid hormone replacement therapy and the importance of ongoing clinical and laboratory monitoring as the child grows.
Description: Paperback, 13 pages
PE #123
Price: $10.00 View a PDF version. (274KB)
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It's all chemistry!: Hormone replacement therapy for girls / Connaughty, Sharon / 1999
This booklet explains sex hormone replacement therapy for girls with a variety of endocrine conditions causing hormone deficiencies of the hypothalamic-pituitary-gonadal axis. The analogy of a relay team is used to explain the series of steps in sex hormone production and action. Estrogen and progesterone hormone-replacement therapy is then explained in general terms. This booklet is designed to be used as a supplement to specific diagnostic information as well as a supplement to general information on puberty.
Description: Softcover; 15 pages
Price: $10.00
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It's all chemistry!: Sex hormone replacement therapy for boys / Connaughty, Sharon / 1999
This booklet explains testosterone replacement therapy for boys with a variety of endocrine conditions causing hormone deficiencies of the hypothalamic-pituitary-gonadal axis. The analogy of a relay team is used to explain the series of steps needed for normal hormone production and action, and how testosterone replacement works when members of the team are not functioning. The booklet is designed as a general explanation and supplement to specific diagnostic information for boys as well as general information on puberty.
Description: Softcover, 15 pages
Price: $10.00
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