Monday, February 13, 2012

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Merely Me

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I am a published writer who suffers from depression and MS

Singer Whitney Houston Dead at 48

Just turned on the news to find that Whitney Houston has died.  What?  She was so young, only 48.   This is a celebrity who has certainly had her share of life struggles despite or perhaps due to her incredible fame.  I think everyone knows about her troubled marriage to Bobby Brown, who, in addition to drug addiction had... Read moreChevron
Expert_badge Jay Motola

PSA Testing: The Controversy Continues

The PSA test seems fairly straight-forward.  So why should there be a controversy?   Having been involved in urology prior to the widespread use of PSA testing, I and many other urologists have unfortunately spent time on the wards of hospitals that had numerous patients who were hospitalized as a result of the side effects of advanced... Read moreChevron
posted 12/05/2011, comments (0)|
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Nancy Muller

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National Association for Continence, Executive Director

Peyronie's Disease: What It Is and How to Manage

Peyronie's Disease (also known as Chronic Inflammation of the Tunica Albuginea (CITA), is a connective tissue disorder involving the growth of fibrous plaques, or scarring, in the soft tissue of the penis. It is estimated to affect up to 10% of all men, although many cases go unreported. Specifically, scar tissue forms in the thick sheath of... Read moreChevron
posted 11/30/2011, comments (0)|
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Options for Dealing with the Pain of Incontinence

Many people suffering from incontinence have the added issue of pain associated with bladder and prostate issues.   I had surgery to remove some infected prostate tissue in an attempt to cure my chronic bladder infections; unfortunately, it did not.   What it did leave me with is urge incontinence, stress incontinence, and pain on... Read moreChevron
posted 10/05/2011, comments (0)|
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Tasha Mulligan MPT

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I am a Women's Health Physical Therapist

Five Steps You Can Take To Improve Your Incontinence Today

As a physical therapist and personal trainer, I am well aware of how daunting initiating a new exercise program can be.  It is with this in mind that I wanted to break down incontinence control into some simple steps.  Try these today and tomorrow-ease your way into a routine that will improve your incontinence symptoms. Step 1: ... Read moreChevron