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Dr. Andre A. Kulisz
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Drips, Leaks, and Low Spirits
A Woman's Guide to Bladder Control, Infections and Depression
by Dr. Andre Alexander Kulisz
ISBN 1-58909-017-9
Table of Contents
Chapter One: What Exactly is Urinary Incontinence?
- Stress Incontinence
- Type I Stress Urinary Incontinence
- Type II Stress Urinary Incontinence
- Type III Stress Urinary Incontinence
- Intrinsic Sphincter Deficiency
- Urge Incontinence
- Mixed Incontinence
- Overflow Incontinence
- Arbitrariness of Definitions
Chapter Two: Organs of the Urinary System
- Role of Specific Organs in the Voiding Process
- Kidneys
- Bladder
- Urethra
- Importance of Bladder Pressure
- Importance of Proper Organ Positioning on Complete Voiding
Chapter Three: Causes of Incontinence
- Obesity or Morbid Obesity
- Age
- Anatomical Abnormalities
- Malpositioned or Absent Uterus
- Cystocele
- Fistula and Bypass Incontinence
- Weakening of the Anterior Vaginal Wall
- Urethral Sphincter Deficiency/Weakening of the Pelvic Floor
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Iatrogenic Causes
- Radiation Therapy
- Atonic Bladder
- Gynecological Surgeries
- Nosocomial Infections
- Sport Induced Incontinence
- Hormonal Deficiency
- Urinary Infections
- Pregnancy
Chapter Four: Urinary Tract Infections
- Regular Exercise
- Pelvic Floor Exercises and Vaginal Exercises
- Hormonal Replacement
- Vaccination Against Urinary Infections
- Long-Term Pharmacological Support
- Proper Nourishment
- Herbal Therapy
Chapter Five: Depression - Companion of Incontinence
- A Personal Experience - Attitude is Everything
- Depression - The Companion of Incontinence
Chapter Six: Kegel Exercises
Chapter Seven: How Severe Is Your Incontinence?
- How to Quantify Incontinence
- Treatment Progress Chart
- Quality of Life Questionnaire
Chapter Eight: Treatment Methods
- Physical Therapy
- Pharmacological Treatment
- Prosthetic Devices
- Surgical Procedures
Chapter Nine: Treatment Protocol
Appendices
- Appendix 1 -- Bastardization of Kegel Exercises
- Appendix 2 -- Behavioural Therapy Effective In Treating Urinary Incontinence
About the Author
Bibliography
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