Books - Resources: Bladder Conditions

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Books

Conquering Bladder and Prostate Problems: The Authoritative Guide for Men and Women Jerry G. Blaivas, M.D. (Harper Collins, 2001, 352 pages)

Using the experiences of patients to illustrate its points, this book clearly discusses a wide range of bladder and prostate problems, with an emphasis on incontinence. The author is a professor of urology at Cornell University.

Fitness for the Pelvic Floor Beate Carrière (Thieme, 2002, 99 pages)

Written by a German physical therapist, this book provides detailed guidance (illustrated with color photographs) on how to use exercise to improve continence, sexual functioning, and abdominal fitness.

The Incontinence Solution: Answers for Women of All Ages William H. Parker, M.D., Amy E. Rosenman, M.D., and Rachel Parker (Fireside, 2002, 270 pages)

Written by two urogynecologists at the University of California at Los Angeles in collaboration with a teacher, this book presents clear information on urinary incontinence and prolapse, using individual women's stories and a question-and-answer format. There are individual chapters on interstitial cystitis and fecal incontinence.

Regaining Bladder Control: What Every Woman Needs to Know Rebecca G. Rogers, M.D., Janet Yagoda Shagam, Ph.D., and Shelley Kleinschmidt (Prometheus Books, 2006, 310 pages)

This book provides supportive and practical information about getting help for urinary incontinence. Written by a urogynecologist in collaboration with medical writers, it includes several worksheets, questions to ask, and clear illustrations and photographs. There are chapters on fecal incontinence and prolapse.

The Urinary Incontinence Sourcebook Diane K. Newman, R.N.C., and Mary K. Dzurinko (McGraw-Hill, 1999, 368 pages)

This practical guide was prepared by a nurse practitioner specializing in incontinence. It includes detailed information on devices and products for coping with incontinence. It also devotes a chapter to caregiver issues.

Last updated:	September 05, 2008