Bladder problems affect millions of people, and recovery is often
difficult and incomplete. As a registered nurse, Wendy Cohan has
provided health information and treatments for patients with a number of
bladder conditions. She begins with a description of the anatomy and
function of the urological system and the assessment, diagnosis, and
treatment of typical bladder problems. She lists frequently prescribed
medications, explains how they work, and identifies their side effects.
The bulk of the book picks up where medical treatment leaves off: the
use of diet and herbs, regular exercise, stress and pain reduction
techniques, and methods for better sleep are discussed. Cohan includes
self-assessments, meal plans, herbal recipes, and a week-by-week
recovery plan to create a complete holistic approach to bladder
wellness. Information on specific diets, a review of the range of
conditions that can cause pelvic pain, and a thorough guide to
additional resources complete the book.