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A Great Approch To Do It Yourself Medicine
Unfortunately out of print, this is a marvelous book that with elementary and sound techniques helped, and could help if reprinted, many patients that, officially or not, suffer of urinary bladder diseases. Many seniorand not so senior Americans, probably due to our bad eating habits andhorrendously sedentary life, suffer of chronic diseases that allantibiotics of the world (too many already in the USA, or premature needfor diapers, oversold by over commercialization on TV, will not be able tocure.Sound, simple, natural health oriented techniques of personal'urinary bladder management' are extremely important.Few are evenrecommended, practiced or even known by commercial health practitioners inthe USA, but known and successfully practiced in many other countries ofthe world.A marvelous and useful book, 'Cystitis' guides patients throughself-control, relief and even cure.I am such a successful story. ... Read more

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In March 2001, the National Institutes of Health issued the following warning: "The number of Web sites offering health-related resources grows every day. Many sites provide valuable information, while others may have information that is unreliable or misleading."Furthermore, because of the rapid increase in Internet-based information, many hours can be wasted searching, selecting, and printing.This book was created for medical professionals, students, and members of the general public who want to conduct medical research using the most advanced tools available and spending the least amount of time doing so. ... Read more

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This book offers a full nutritional approach to help restore the body's underlying health and avoid cystitis completely. ... Read more

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This digital document is an article from Family Practice News, published by International Medical News Group on September 1, 2001. The length of the article is 1163 words. The page length shown above is based on a typical 300-word page. The article is delivered in HTML format and is available in your Amazon.com Digital Locker immediately after purchase. You can view it with any web browser.

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Title: Drug Update: Interstitial Cystitis.(Brief Article)
Author: Mitchel L. Zoler
Publication: Family Practice News (Magazine/Journal)
Date: September 1, 2001
Publisher: International Medical News Group
Volume: 31Issue: 17Page: 25

Article Type: Brief Article

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Abstract: You feel discomfort and pain in the area of your bladder and pelvis. You have to urinate much more often than other people, even on days when you don't drink that much water; sometimes you feel you won't make it to the bathroom in time. Your doctor tells you that you have interstitial cystitis, a disease that affects between 450,000 and 700,000 people in the United States. An often misunderstood condition that is easily confused with other diseases, it wasn't recognized by doctors until about 20 years ago. ... Read more

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Finally, after much time and patience Please Understand, the first book written specifically for the partners of IC patients is now available!This new and unique book is both sensitive and empowering and will touch the hearts of so many IC sufferers and their loved ones.Couples will relate to the heartfelt stories of IC partners, and appreciate a look into one couple s candid and honest experience of life with IC.Please Understand is filled with information to help couples achieve and maintain successful and loving relationships.Not only is this book a great resource for patients and partners, but also for families and friends who are trying to understand the difficult struggles IC couples face.PLEASE UNDERSTAND legitimizes these struggles and offers realistic solutions to deal with them. ... Read more

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Simple but useful
Simply written, easy to understand, but full of good information for the partners and family members of people suffering from IC.

A MUST for PARTNERS
This book really helped my fiance understand more and made him think about things he didnt want to believe.It helped me also see what type of person he is.Great Book, even though it made me see things i didnt want to see.Glad i know now though! ... Read more

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This up-to-date and comprehensive set of two CD-ROM discs provides a superb collection of official Federal government documents on the subject of interstitial cystitis (IC) and painful bladder syndrome (PBS). Interstitial cystitis (IC) is a condition that causes discomfort or pain in the bladder and abdomen. It is far more common in women than in men. The symptoms vary from case to case. Some people have an urgent or frequent need to urinate. Women's symptoms often get worse during their periods. They may also have pain with sexual intercourse. Many scientists believe IC is actually several diseases. Many use the term painful bladder syndrome (PBS) to describe urinary pain for which they cannot find a cause. There is no one test to tell if you have IC/PBS. Doctors often run tests to rule out other possible causes of symptoms. There is no cure for IC/PBS, but treatments can help most people feel better. They include distending, or inflating, the bladder; bathing the inside of the bladder with a medicine solution; oral medicines and in rare cases, surgery.For patients, practical information is provided in clearly written patient education documents. For medical professionals, doctor reference tools and texts have detailed technical information and clinical background material. There is no other reference that is as fast, convenient, and portable - everything you need to know, from the federal sources you trust. This thoroughly researched collection presents vital information from many authoritative sources: Food and Drug Administration (FDA), Centers for Disease Control (CDC), National Institutes of Health (NIH) and the relevant institute for this disease, and others.In addition to the comprehensive disease-specific coverage, this disc set also includes our Medical Encyclopedia, a $19.95 value! The Encyclopedia presents a collection of official documents about a wide range of medical topics, diseases, illnesses, health and wellness. There is vital information from the National Institutes of Health (NIH), the Centers for Disease Control (CDC), National Cancer Institute, and more. Topics covered include: major diseases, including cancer, heart and vascular disease, stroke, blood diseases and disorders, lung diseases, and neurological disorders such as dementia and epilepsy * CDC Health Topics A to Z, Foodborne Illnesses, Infants and Children, Injuries, Occupational Health, Older Adults, Women * CDC Travelers' Health - Destinations, Vaccinations, Diseases, Mosquito, Tick, Food, Water, Clinics, Yellow Book, Children, Airplanes, Cruise Ships, Special Needs, Relief Workers, * Dietary Guidelines * NIH A to Z from abnormalities to X-rays.Since navigating the Internet to find additional non-governmental medical information can be confusing, we've also provided our exclusive "Guide to Leading Medical Websites" with updated links to 67 of the best sites for medical information! Built-in weblinks let you quickly check for the latest clinical updates directly from the government and the best commercial portals, news sites, reference/textbook/non-commercial portals, and health organizations. ... Read more

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Featuring 75+ flavorful and creative recipes, this is the perfect cookbook for anyone with Interstitial Cystitis or Recurrent Urinary Tract Infections. Every recipe is compliant with the 2009 IC/PBS Diet Food List to promote healing and minimize dietary stress. And with recipes from comfort food to world cuisine, you won't feel like you're missing a thing! ... Read more

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Conventional medicine can only help to reduce the painful symptoms of IC as there is no cure. A very careful diet can be very beneficial. I endured years of removing individual foods from my diet in a trial and error manner before striking a balance of symptom control and healthy eating. I want to pass this knowledge onto other sufferers, from my own personal experience with the illness as well as my past work as a cook and full time mother and now grandmother. ... Read more

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Chapters: Bladder Pain Syndrome/interstitial Cystitis, Chronic Pain, Failed Back Syndrome, Chronic Prostatitis/chronic Pelvic Pain Syndrome, Sickle-Cell Disease, Management of Chronic Headaches, Post-Vasectomy Pain Syndrome, Degenerative Disc Disease, Chronic Functional Abdominal Pain, Central Pain Syndrome, Vaso-Occlusive Crisis. Source: Wikipedia. Pages: 111. Not illustrated. Free updates online. Purchase includes a free trial membership in the publisher's book club where you can select from more than a million books without charge. Excerpt: Failed back syndrome or post-laminectomy syndrome is a condition characterized by persistent pain following back surgeries. Failed back syndrome (FBS), also called "failed back surgery syndrome" (FBSS), refers to chronic back and/or leg pain that occurs after back (spinal) surgery. It is characterized as a chronic pain syndrome. Multiple factors can contribute to the onset or development of FBS. Contributing factors include but are not limited to residual or recurrent disc herniation, persistent post-operative pressure on a spinal nerve, altered joint mobility, joint hypermobility with instability, scar tissue (fibrosis), depression, anxiety, sleeplessness and spinal muscular deconditioning. An individual may be predisposed to the development of FBS due to systemic disorders such as diabetes, autoimmune disease and peripheral blood vessels (vascular) disease. Smoking is a risk for poor recovery. Common symptoms associated with FBS include diffuse, dull and aching pain involving the back and/or legs. Abnormal sensibility may include sharp, pricking, and stabbing pain in the extremities. The term post-laminectomy syndrome is used by some doctors to indicate the same condition as failed back syndrome. The treatments of post-laminectomy syndrome include physical therapy, minor nerve blocks, transcutaneous electrical nerve stimulation (TENS), behavioral medicine, non-steroidal anti-inflamm...More: http://booksllc.net/?id=4793282 ... Read more

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This up-to-date and comprehensive set of two CD-ROM discs provides a superb collection of official Federal government documents on the subject of interstitial cystitis (IC) and painful bladder syndrome (PBS). Interstitial cystitis (IC) is a condition that causes discomfort or pain in the bladder and abdomen. It is far more common in women than in men. The symptoms vary from case to case. Some people have an urgent or frequent need to urinate. Women's symptoms often get worse during their periods. They may also have pain with sexual intercourse. Many scientists believe IC is actually several diseases. Many use the term painful bladder syndrome (PBS) to describe urinary pain for which they cannot find a cause. There is no one test to tell if you have IC/PBS. Doctors often run tests to rule out other possible causes of symptoms. There is no cure for IC/PBS, but treatments can help most people feel better. They include distending, or inflating, the bladder; bathing the inside of the bladder with a medicine solution; oral medicines and in rare cases, surgery.For patients, practical information is provided in clearly written patient education documents. For medical professionals, doctor reference tools and texts have detailed technical information and clinical background material. There is no other reference that is as fast, convenient, and portable - everything you need to know, from the federal sources you trust. This thoroughly researched collection presents vital information from many authoritative sources: Food and Drug Administration (FDA), Centers for Disease Control (CDC), National Institutes of Health (NIH) and the relevant institute for this disease, and others.In addition to the comprehensive disease-specific coverage, this disc set also includes our Medical Encyclopedia, a $19.95 value! The Encyclopedia presents a collection of official documents about a wide range of medical topics, diseases, illnesses, health and wellness. There is vital information from the National Institutes of Health (NIH), the Centers for Disease Control (CDC), National Cancer Institute, and more. Topics covered include: major diseases, including cancer, heart and vascular disease, stroke, blood diseases and disorders, lung diseases, and neurological disorders such as dementia and epilepsy * CDC Health Topics A to Z, Foodborne Illnesses, Infants and Children, Injuries, Occupational Health, Older Adults, Women * CDC Travelers' Health - Destinations, Vaccinations, Diseases, Mosquito, Tick, Food, Water, Clinics, Yellow Book, Children, Airplanes, Cruise Ships, Special Needs, Relief Workers, * Dietary Guidelines * NIH A to Z from abnormalities to X-rays.Since navigating the Internet to find additional non-governmental medical information can be confusing, we've also provided our exclusive "Guide to Leading Medical Websites" with updated links to 67 of the best sites for medical information! Built-in weblinks let you quickly check for the latest clinical updates directly from the government and the best commercial portals, news sites, reference/textbook/non-commercial portals, and health organizations. ... Read more

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This digital document is an article from Family Practice News, published by International Medical News Group on February 15, 2004. The length of the article is 440 words. The page length shown above is based on a typical 300-word page. The article is delivered in HTML format and is available in your Amazon.com Digital Locker immediately after purchase. You can view it with any web browser.

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Title: Ciprofloxacin performs well for uncomplicated cystitis: alternative to TMP/SMX.(Women's Health)
Author: Bruce Jancin
Publication: Family Practice News (Magazine/Journal)
Date: February 15, 2004
Publisher: International Medical News Group
Volume: 34Issue: 4Page: 64(1)

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The article is excerpted fromGale Encyclopedia of Medicine.

Consultthe second edition of this authoritative, comprehensive, in-depthmedical guide for information on more than 1,700 medical topics inlanguage accessible to adult laypersons. Presented in a singlealphabetical sequence, articles range in length from one or twoparagraphs for minor topics, to several pages or more for major topics.Disease/disorder articles typically cover definition; description;causes and symptoms; diagnosis; treatments; prevention; and more.Test/treatment articles typically cover definition; purposes;precautions; preparation; risks; normal and abnormal results; and muchmore. This second edition includes more than 200 new entries, 300updated entries, approximately 650 color images and illustrations, anda comprehensive subject index. New features include biographical andhistorical sidebars throughout the text.

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This digital document is an article from Family Practice News, published by International Medical News Group on July 1, 2004. The length of the article is 574 words. The page length shown above is based on a typical 300-word page. The article is delivered in HTML format and is available in your Amazon.com Digital Locker immediately after purchase. You can view it with any web browser.

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Title: Interstitial cystitis research pays off with protein; easier diagnosis, treatment.(News)
Author: Sherry Boschert
Publication: Family Practice News (Magazine/Journal)
Date: July 1, 2004
Publisher: International Medical News Group
Volume: 34Issue: 13Page: 8(1)

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