Product Description

From one of the eminent experts in the field, an easy-to-follow guide to urological problems for both men and women. The agonizing discomfort of bladder difficulties, prostate problems, and urinary-tract infections torment and embarrass millions of men and women worldwide. Offering vital information on such conditions as incontinence, prostate cancer, intercystitis, bladder cancer, and pregnancy bladder problems, Dr. Jerry Blaivas describes the telltale signs to watch for, and the best options for treating, controlling, and even obliterating these problems altogether. Conquering Bladder and Prostate Problems is a valuable tool to help readers make informed judgments and will set them on the path to a healthier and more comfortable life.

Product Details

• Amazon Sales Rank: #792440 in Books
• Published on: 2001-02-15
• Original language: English
• Number of items: 1
• Binding: Paperback
• 352 pages

From Library Journal
This book answers just about every question the lay reader might ask about urology, covering urinary incontinence, cystitis, prostate problems, and other bladder problems. Blaivas, a leading urologist (New York Hosp.-Cornell Medical Ctr.), writes clearly and straightforwardly about matters of grave concern to anyone who suffers from urologic problems, whether bothersome, embarrassing, or painful. Blaivas explains how these conditions and their complications are diagnosed, treated, and controlled. Highly recommended for hospital and patient education collections.?James Swanton, Harlem Hosp. Lib., New York
Copyright 1998 Reed Business Information, Inc.

From Booklist
The subtitle is accurate: this is for men and women, and, because of Blaivas' clinical and academic background, it is indeed authoritative. Blaivas describes the anatomy of the relevant structures clearly and gives detailed accounts of symptoms, tests and diagnoses, diseases and problems, and medical and surgical treatments. Often he illustrates typical situations in imaginary dialogues between patient and doctor, and the fact that the patient not infrequently sarcastically blurts out "Thanks a lot" says something about both the condition under discussion (i.e., it is not a clear-cut situation) and Blaivas' personality--he knows that patients are human. Doctors are human, too, and Blaivas encourages patients to ask specific questions and obtain second opinions. He also disposes of myths, such as "eight glasses of liquid a day are a must," and forthrightly states when his approach differs from those of other urologists. William Beatty

Review
"This easy-to-understand book should be a 'must' for everyone's medical library." -- Beverly Sills, Chairman, Lincoln Center for the Performing Arts, Inc.

Customer Reviews

This is by far the most informative book I have ever read
Blaivas does something here that no other urologist has ever done. He has written a book that answers any and every question, but he has written it in a way that is easy to understand. He even intertwines humor, so rare in a informational medical book. His compassion, understanding, and extensive knowledge far surpassed my expectations. If you have even thought about buying this book, then do it. It will help.

Sincerely, Matthew Wilkin

Great down to earth resource
The book is very organized and in depth. It is written and the diagrams are very helpful to look at. I thought the book has great merit to anyone who suffers from incontinence, interstitial cytstitis and prostate problem. I highly recommend this book to read before embarking on treatment and surgery.