Overcoming Incontinence: A Straightforward Guide to Your Options [Paperback]

Mary Dierich (Author), Felecia Froe (Author)

Book Description

Publication Date: February 1, 2000

A Compassionate Guide to Treating Incontinence

Millions of Americans suffer in silence as urinary incontinence steadily erodes the quality of their lives. Whether this distressing disorder is related to childbirth, menopause, aging, or cancer, adults have been led to believe there is no treatment. Now, here is a book that outlines the latest research and shows you there is hope for conquering incontinence. From two medical practitioners who work daily with incontinent people, Overcoming Incontinence presents a comprehensive step-by-step plan that starts with natural, conservative methods and moves on to groundbreaking new advances in care and treatment. This practical guide dispels the many myths associated with incontinence, giving you the latest options for treatment—from simple lifestyle changes and exercises to devices, medications, and surgery. In today’s world, there is hope—and you can take your health into your own hands. Find out how to reverse urinary incontinence and get a whole new lease on life.

Editorial Reviews

From Library Journal

More women than men are affected by incontinence, and most sufferers mistakenly believe that the condition is a normal part of aging. Thus, this slim book will be welcomed for its no-nonsense, practical advice. Readers will learn how the urinary system works and how and when to seek professional help. Dierich, who heads the Center for Bladder and Pelvic Dysfunction at the University of Minnesota's Department of Urologic Surgery, and Froe, one of only 75 female urologists in the United States, explain the different types of urinary incontinence: stress, urge, overflow, functional, iatrogenic, and mixed. They explain how to keep a diary, recording type and amount of fluid intake, and how often and in what situation incontinence occurs. While recommending simple steps to prevent leakage, the authors also advise that any leakage should be evaluated by a professional. They explain in detail the different types of treatment (drugs, Kegel exercises, biofeedback, muscle therapy, pessaries, and surgery) and delineate the advantages and disadvantages of each. Rounding out the book are chapters on male incontinence, bedwetting, the special problems faced by people with neurologic problems, interstitial cystitis, and dysfunctional voiding. Highly recommended.
-Jodith Janes, Cleveland Clinic Fdn.
Copyright 2000 Reed Business Information, Inc.

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A Compassionate Guide to Treating Incontinence

Millions of Americans suffer in silence as urinary incontinence steadily erodes the quality of their lives. Whether this distressing disorder is related to childbirth, menopause, aging, or cancer, adults have been led to believe there is no treatment. Now, here is a book that outlines the latest research and shows you there is hope for conquering incontinence. From two medical practitioners who work daily with incontinent people, Overcoming Incontinence presents a comprehensive step-by-step plan that starts with natural, conservative methods and moves on to groundbreaking new advances in care and treatment. This practical guide dispels the many myths associated with incontinence, giving you the latest options for treatment--from simple lifestyle changes and exercises to devices, medications, and surgery. In today's world, there is hope--and you can take your health into your own hands. Find out how to reverse urinary incontinence and get a whole new lease on life.DESCRIPTION:A compassionate guide to the treatment of incontinence

Millions of people suffer in silence as urinary incontinence erodes the quality of their lives. But it doesn't have to be that way. From authors with impeccable credentials, Overcoming Incontinence offers a step-by-step plan that starts with natural, conservative methods, and moves to the groundbreaking advances in care and treatment. This practical guide gives the latest options for treating urinary incontinence--from simple lifestyle changes and exercises to devices, medications, and surgery. With the right information at your side, you can find a way to curb this problem and get a whole new lease on life.

25% of women from age 30 to 59 have experienced an episode of urinary incontinence

Mary Dierich, MSN, RN (Minneapolis, MN), heads the Center for Bladder and Pelvic Dysfunction at the University of Minnesota's Department of Urologic Surgery. Felicia Froe, MD (Kansas City, MO), is one of only seventy-five female urologists in the United States.

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Product Details

• Paperback: 128 pages
• Publisher: Wiley; 1 edition (February 1, 2000)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 0471347957
• ISBN-13: 978-0471347958
• Product Dimensions: 9 x 6 x 0.4 inches
• Shipping Weight: 5.4 ounces
• Average Customer Review: 5.0 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (1 customer review)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #3,702,840 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)

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6 of 6 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Finally someone addresses my pain., August 29, 2000

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Dr. Thomas M. Reefer (Kansas City, MO USA) - See all my reviews

This review is from: Overcoming Incontinence: A Straightforward Guide to Your Options (Paperback)

This book captured it all for me: I finally understand -- and can treat -- what has long been a physical problem for me -- and apparently for many others. What really astounds me, though, is that this is no technical or arrogantly medical story -- it is a rich, textured, honest, and practical guide to incontinence. Bravo, Dr. Froe, you have changed my life.