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Title: Pelvic Floor Exercises for Erectile Dysfunctions. Author Grace Dorey

Paperback: 150 pages

Publisher: WileyBlackwell (1 Nov 2003)

Language English ISBN-10: 1861563655

ISBN-13: 978-1861563651

Product Description

This text reaches beyond the boundaries of mainstream physiotherapy into a novel area for physiotherapists and nurses. It provides information on the prevalence and risk factors for erectile dysfunction, the anatomy and physiology of normal erectile function and the role played by the pelvic floor muscles in men. A successful randomised controlled trial exploring pelvic floor muscle exercises and manometric biofeedback for both erectile dysfunction and post–micturition dribble is clearly reported. This is the first time that erectile dysfunction has been associated with post–micturition dribble due to poor pelvic floor musculature.

Title: Ripley's World: The Rugby Icon's Ultimate Victory Over Cancer. Author Andy Ripley

Publisher: Mainstream Publishing; illustrated edition edition (25 Oct 2007)

Language English

ISBN-10: 184596294X

ISBN-13: 978-1845962944

Product Description

"Ripley's World" is the remarkably honest account of England and British Lions rugby legend Andy Ripley's fight against prostate cancer. In diary form, he candidly documents his reaction to the initial diagnosis and the effect this had on him and his family. He guides us through his subsequent treatment, along the way enlightening us with his philosophical, often jovial take on the personal events unfolding around him. As is to be expected, Ripley experiences a whirlwind of emotions along the way, but he takes the challenge head on, retaining his trademark humour and charm in the face of adversity. Rather than submitting to his condition, Ripley has chosen not only to fight his cancer relentlessly, but also to throw himself into campaigning for The Prostate Cancer Charity in an attempt to highlight an illness that is spoken about far too infrequently, despite the fact that 35,000 men are diagnosed with the condition each year in the UK."Ripley's World" is a compelling, moving and surprisingly entertaining read that is sure to provoke discussion on prostate cancer amongst men and society in general. Where most men diagnosed with prostate cancer have suffered in relative silence, Ripley has chosen to use his illness and his experience of fighting it to inform and educate others. This is his story.

Title: Prostate Cancer For Dummies.  Author Paul H. Lange, MD.

Paperback: 384 pages

Publisher: Hungry Minds Inc,U.S. (28 April 2003)

Language English

ISBN: 0764519743

Praise for Prostate Cancer For Dummies

"When choices are varied and involve surgical and non- surgical options for localized prostate cancer, information needs to be balanced and clearly explained with 'nonmedical' terminology. Prostate Cancer For Dummies fills this critical niche."

Paul F. Schellhammer, MD, Professor of Urology.

About the Author
Paul H. Lange, MD (Seattle, WA) is a prostate cancer survivor himself and is an internationally renowned surgeon and a leader of cutting-edge research on urological malignancies, including prostate cancer. He is a medical school professor and Chairman of the Department of Urology at the University of Washington in Seattle. Dr. Lange is also co-director of the Genitourinary Tumor Laboratory at the University of Washington.

Title: Prostate Cancer: Understand, Prevent and Overcome. Author Professor Jane Plant.

Paperback: 304 pages

 Publisher: Virgin Books (7 Jul 2005)

 Language English

ISBN: 0753510421

Synopsis
A GROUND-BREAKING BOOK FOR PROSTATE CANCER SUFFERERS FROM THE BESTSELLING AUTHOR OF YOUR LIFE IN YOUR HANDS Prostate cancer is the second most common cancer (after lung cancer) among men. Professor Jane Plant's international bestseller Your Life in Your Hands, advocated, from personal experience, a way of life and non-dairy diet that helped her beat her breast cancer. Now, she brings her knowledge to bear on prostate cancer, including the science behind the disease, the reasons why her programme works, and case studies of men following her programme.

Eat to Beat Prostate Cancer Cookbook (Paperback) Author David Ricketts

Paperback: 240 pages

 Publisher: Stewart, Tabori & Chang (April 2006)

Language English

ISBN: 1584794755

Synopsis
When national food writer and cookbook author David Ricketts was diagnosed with prostate cancer in 2001, he became a member of the "reluctant brotherhood" forced to make life-altering decisions to beat this life-threatening disease. After surgery, Ricketts used his journalistic skills to research the food and lifestyle changes that can help prevent and slow the growth of prostate cancer, which is expected to affect a record 250,000 men in 2005. The result is "Eat to Beat Prostate Cancer Cookbook", an everyday eating guide for guys that optimizes prostate cancer-fighting foods and eliminates foods believed to contribute to cancer. The book features 200 recipes from snacks, drinks, and sandwiches to main course meals. Ricketts' personal experience brings a human and supportive "been there" perspective to a health problem that is emerging as the "disease of the moment" as the PSA, a simple blood test, leads to early diagnosis in younger men.

Dr. Peter Scardino's Prostate Book: The Complete Guide to Overcoming Prostate Cancer, Prostatitis, and BPH by Peter Scardino and Judith Kelman

Paperback: 496 pages

Publisher: Avery Publishing Group Inc.,U.S. (Jun 2006)

Language English

ISBN: 1583332545

Synopsis

This book covers everything a man needs to know about his prostate health-from how aging affects sexual intimacy to asking the right questions to choosing among available therapeutic options. Dr. Scardino discusses cutting-edge strategies, using the latest research findings to explore the many factors that affect patients, including possible complications and ways to minimize them.

The Prostate Book: An Owner's Manual (Paperback) Author Dr. Peter Scardino.

Paperback: 200 pages

Publisher: Michael Joseph Ltd (26 May 2005)

Language English

ISBN: 0718146948

Synopsis
Prostate Cancer is the second most common form of cancer in men. In this groundbreaking guide, leading specialist Dr Peter Scardino provides essential advice for all men on ways to prevent prostate cancer, what to look out for, how it is treated conventionally and what you can do to help yourself. As a 57-year-old man Dr Scardino's advice is both expert and personal, as he follows it all himself. From checking your Body Mass Index, to taking the right supplements and even explaining how to make medical examinations less painful, this is one of the most important and helpful male health books available.

Intimacy with Impotence: The Couple's Guide to Better Sex after Prostate Disease. Author Ralph Alterowizt

Paperback: 160 pages

Publisher: Da Capo Press (Jun 2004)

Language English

ISBN: 0738207896

Synopsis
"[This book is] outstanding, well-written, and should be read by all men and women."-James Lewis, Jr., Ph.D., Executive Director, Education Center for Prostate Cancer Patients. Erectile dysfunction is a frequent consequence of prostate cancer and other prostate disease treatments. Though unwelcome and embarrassing, it doesn't have to end a couple's sex life. Both informative and practical, Intimacy with Impotence gives couples cause for hope. It discusses impotence in lay terms, provides information on the commercial therapies and medications both available and being researched now, and gives practical advice about lovemaking-from getting in the mood to commonsense suggestions to erection-less satisfaction. Written with complete honesty and compassion by a prostate cancer survivor and his wife, this is the essential resource for couples trying to re-establish intimacy and sex in the face of impotence.

What Your Doctor May Not Tell You About Prostate: Breakthrough Treatments That Can Save Your Life. Author Glen J Bubley.

Paperback: 320 pages

Publisher: Little, Brown & Company (Jan 2005)

 Language English

ISBN: 0446690805

Synopsis
WHAT YOUR DOCTOR MAY NOT TELL YOU ABOUT PROSTATE CANCER is one of the first books to be written by a mainstream physician who is also directly involved in researching and evaluating life-saving alternative therapies. It provides a comprehensive explanation of prostate cancer and how it is detected, a clear, compassionate guide to living with it and detailed help in choosing a conventional course of treatment. It also includes information on how to prevent prostate cancer, where to find out more about it and how to locate a prostate cancer support group. What makes this book different, however, is that it also provides the latest findings on the most promising experimental and alternative treatments currently under investigation. WHAT YOUR DOCTOR MAY NOT TELL YOU ABOUT PROSTATE CANCER is one of the first books written by a medical doctor who has first-hand experience with both conventional and alternative treatments to prostate cancer.

Your Guide to Prostate Cancer (Royal Society of Medicine S.) Author Clair Taylor

Paperback: 192 pages

Publisher: Hodder Arnold (29 Jul 2005)

Language English

ISBN: 0340906200

Synopsis
Written by Professor Roger Kirby and Dr Claire Taylor, world renowned experts in this area of oncology, this book uncovers everything you need to know about Prostate cancer

Hit Below the Belt: Facing Up to Prostate Cancer. Author Ralph Berberich.

Paperback: 208 pages

Publisher: Celestial Arts (Mar 2001)

Language

ISBN: 1587610779

Prostate Cancer: Understand, Prevent and Overcome. Author Jane Plant

Hardcover: 308 pages

Publisher: Virgin Books (27 May 2004)

Language English

ISBN: 1852271884

Synopsis
Prostate cancer, scientifically similar in many ways to breast cancer, is the second most common cancer (behind lung cancer) among men. And it is becoming ever more prevalent. In Professor Jane Plant's international bestseller on breast cancer, Your Life in Your Hands, she advocated, from personal experience, a way of life and non-dairy diet that helped her beat her breast cancer. In Prostate Cancer: Understand, Prevent and Overcome, Professor Plant brings her knowledge to bear on prostate cancer, including information on the science behind the disease and the reasons why her programme works, as well as case studies of men following her programme. This is a ground-breaking book for prostate cancer sufferers and their families.

The Prostate: Small Gland, Big Problem: A Guide to the Prostate, Prostate Disorders and Their Treatments

Author Thomas Stuttaford

Paperback: 112 pages

Publisher: Health Press (1 Oct 2002)

ISBN: 1903734274

Synopsis
Most men will eventually experience problems with their prostate. Yet many men know very little aobut this important part of their anatomy. This text, now in its second edition, tells you all you need to know about the prostate gland - where it is, what it does, and how it can go wrong. It gives you the facts about prostatitis; benign prostatic hyperplasia and prostate cancer, together with treatment options and advice on coping with these diseases. Its aim is to help correct misconceptions, inform and ultimately save the lives of many men. The book illustrates just one aspect of the work of the Prostate Research Campaign UK, a charity seeking to increase awareness of and sponsor research into prostate disorders for the benefit of men and their families worldwide.

The Prostate: A Guide for Men and the Women Who Love Them  Authors Patrick C Walsh, Jane Farrah Worthington.

Paperback: 432 pages

Publisher: Time Warner International (Jan 1997)

Language English

ISBN: 0446604321

Synopsis
A guide to prostate cancer, including: stories about the experiences of individual patients and their families; the causes and cures for inflammation of the prostate; the latest treatments for prostate cancer; and what to expect before and after surgery

Reviewer: A reader
Walsh and Worthington have written a book that explains complicated principles in easy to understand language. As a urologist, I make this "required reading" for all my patients undergoing evaluation for prostate problems; the discussion on PSA and prostate cancer is especially good. When patients come to me confused about prostate issues, this is the book I suggest they read.

The Men's Club: How to Lose Your Prostate Without Losing Your Sense of Humor

Authors Bert Gottlieb, Thomas J Mawn

Paperback: 200 pages

Publisher: Pathfinder Publishing of Calfornia (1 Mar 2000)

ISBN: 0934793670

Synopsis
Prostate cancer for men -- like breast cancer for women -- has very serious psychological as well as physical ramifications. One author of this candid book is the patient suffering from the disease. His account of his diagnosis, treatment over two years, and eventually cure is touching, profane, and often uproarious as it evokes the physical and emotional rollercoaster engendered by this illness. The second author is the patient's doctor. His observations, alternating chronologically with those of the patient, record and humane observations as the disease takes its course. The result is a comprehensive understanding of the psychological, the physical, and the clinical aspects of prostate cancer.

Cooking Without Made Easy: Recipes Free from Added Gluten, Sugar, Yeast and Dairy Produce

Author Barbara Cousins

Paperback: 256 pages

Publisher: Harper Thorsons (6 Jun 2005)

Language English I

SBN: 0007198760

Synopsis
This is the third book in the Cooking Without series and is packed with new exciting recipes, a selection of case histories and a commentary on the latest fad diets. Cooking Without Made easy is nutritional therapist, Barbara Cousins latest book and is packed with case histories and great, new recipes. It also offers advice on how to navigate your way through often confusing and conflicting information. The recipes are ultra-quick and easy and include many one-pot meals. The cakes and cookies rely on an 'all-in-one' method for simplicity. The recipes within Cooking Without are often recommended to people with ME, other fatigue illnesses, candida and food sensitivities.