Treating Aids with
Chinese Medicine
By Mary Kay Ryan and Arthur D. Shattuck. 364 pages, paperback. This comprehensive
guide for pracititioners of Chinese medicine identifies the acupuncture
and herbal strategies most effective in maintaining well-being, reducing
drug side effects, and minimizing the impact of opportunistic infections.
The authors provide a theoretical framework for understanding the HIV phenomenon,
clarifying symptoms, syndromes, and treatments of AIDS. They also address
the concerns of Western medicine, explaining what Chinese medicine can offer
and analyzing the perspectives and terminology of both medical systems. |