OrganizedWisdom Health - Prostate Cancer

Quercetin for Nocturia

Jkg0679 — Thu, 19 Nov 2009 17:42:07 GMT

Quercetin is sometimes used as a natural treatment method for interstitial cystitis and prostatitis, which can be causes of nocturia.

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Loss of Bladder Control After Prostatectomy

KenyottaE — Sat, 14 Nov 2009 00:58:39 GMT

Following prostatectomy, some men experience a loss of bladder control. Normal bladder function usually returns within weeks.

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Stress Incontinence and Prostatectomy

KenyottaE — Fri, 13 Nov 2009 11:31:24 GMT

Stress incontinence is the most common form of incontinence that may occur following a prostatectomy. The condition usually resolves itself for most men, but can take up to three years to resolve.

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Total Incontinence After Prostatectomy

KenyottaE — Fri, 13 Nov 2009 11:14:27 GMT

Following a prostatectomy, some people experience total incontinence. Normal bladder function usually returns. There are treatment options available for those who continue to experience problems.

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Andrew Lloyd Webber and Prostate Cancer

Crdelucas — Wed, 28 Oct 2009 01:41:28 GMT

On October 25, 2009, a spokesperson for Andrew Lloyd Webber announced he was diagnosed with prostate cancer at the age of 61. Webber is renowned for his musicals, such as Phantom of the Opera, Cats, and Jesus Christ Superstar. The spokesperson states he is in the early stages and undergoing treatment, expecting to be back to work fully before the end of the year.

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Obstruction to Urine Flow

JRafferty — Wed, 21 Oct 2009 21:55:49 GMT

There are several conditions that can cause obstruction to urine flow, such as: kidney stones, enlarged prostate, ovarian cyst, central nervous system (CNS) disorders, and others.

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Frequent Urination and Enlarged Prostate

JRafferty — Thu, 15 Oct 2009 16:29:40 GMT

Frequent urination in men could be one of the symptoms of an enlarged prostate.

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Pomegranate Health Benefits

Mindy6197 — Wed, 30 Sep 2009 21:03:42 GMT

According to some research, there are many health benefits associated with pomegranates. Pomegranates have been found to reduce cholesterol, lower the risk of blood clots, and reduce pain associated with arthritis. Other benefits associated with pomegranates include preventing and slowing down Alzheimer's disease, preventing dental plaque, and preventing the development of breast cancer cells.

Fast Facts:

Pomegranates are very high in vitamin A, vitamin C, and folic acid.
Eating pomegranates can also help prevent heart disease and protect against the development of prostate cancer.
Before eating pomegranates consult with your physician about any medication you are currently taking, as pomegranates can affect the effectiveness of the medicaiton.

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Hand-Foot Syndrome

Jkg0679 — Tue, 29 Sep 2009 22:08:41 GMT

Hand-foot syndrome is a side effect of chemotherapy that causes a skin reaction that appears on the palms of the hands and/or the soles of the feet. Symptoms of hand-foot syndrome include tingling or numbness, swelling, redness, peeling skin, and tenderness or pain. Blistering can occur if there is no change in treatment.

Fast Facts:

Hand-foot syndrome typically occurs within a few weeks of beginning chemotherapy, although it can appear at any time.
Hand-foot syndrome can be treated by changing treatment, or taking acetaminophen (Tylenol) or ibuprofen, corticosteroids, and/or vitamin B6.
Hand-foot syndrome may be prevented by changes in activities and clothing, drinking plenty of water, and avoiding caffeine.

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Remission

Jkg0679 — Wed, 09 Sep 2009 18:22:33 GMT

Remission occurs when a disease is responding well to treatment and symptoms disappear. This term commonly refers to cancer or inflammatory bowel disease (IBD), though other conditions can go into remission. Remission does not mean that the disease is cured, and symptoms can reoccur at some point in the future.

Fast Facts:

Partial remission is the term used when most, but not all, of the symptoms have improved.
Complete remission is the term used when symptoms disappear completely.
Remssions can last anywhere from several weeks to many years.

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