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Nancy Muller

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National Association for Continence, Executive Director
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Stroke Becoming More Common in Younger Adults

New research published in the October 10, 2012 online issue of Neurology, the scientific journal of the American Academy of Neurology, reveals that strokes are becoming more common in younger people.1  While part of the explanation for this alarming trend could be improved diagnosis through advanced imaging technology, it is believed that our... Read moreChevron
posted 11/11/2012, comment (1)|
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Jasmine Schmidt

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Incontinence Educator
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Sling Surgery for Stress Urinary Incontinence

It's estimated that about half of all women are affected by stress urinary incontinence (SUI). In some cases, pelvic floor exercises, such as Kegels, can help. In more severe cases, or when the exercises just don't cut it, your doctor may recommend a "simple" surgery to support your urethra with a sling made of synthetic mesh or your own tissue.... Read moreChevron
posted 05/12/2009, comments (4)|
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Jennifer Sobol, D.O.

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Urologic Surgeon
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Answering Incontinence Community Questions: How Does Bladder Augmentation Work?

Bladder Augmentation - Reader's Question: If a bladder is augmented, do the bladder muscles stop working completely? Or do they have limited function that won't allow the "new" bladder to empty completely, requiring periodic cathing?   This is an excellent question.  Several weeks ago, I wrote about options for improving... Read moreChevron
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