If you take a good look around, you may discover quite a bit written on treating bladder infections. The thing about so much of this is there are conditions that will have an influence on what you can expect to use. The thing about it is that you have to think about associated topics that may have a direct bearing on you. The maddening part about it is you could find out you have to perform even more research. Assembling the big picture for any subject is often not simple or fast with online research. Well, we have done our exploration into treating bladder infections, and we believe it will be of good use for you.

You may suffer from breast cancer for years without knowing it because you did not recognize its early symptoms. This is bad for your prognosis because it can allow the disease to progress to levels that it needn’t have gotten to… and without treatment too. Even though we all really want to catch these types of indicators early enough; it is without a doubt also significant that you pay a visit to your personal doctor as soon as you are dealing with bladder infection symptoms since this can be a warning of some thing even bigger to come.

Often, the symptom that most people identify the most with breast cancer it the lump in their breast. however, this symptom also features strongly in various other conditions, some of which are not medical. So next you feel as though there is a lump in your breast, you may want to look for other symptoms before you yell blue murder. nearly all people who begin to observe signs of bladder infection problems or possibly every other issue will often come to the web in search of points plus counsel that they will be able to make use of.

You know your breast grows bigger as you approach your menses, don’t you? No, it does not meant that you have breast cancer, to that you are about to. The actual symptoms of breast cancer may not be so easily deciphered unless you know what to look for. I suggest you learn about them already so that you can.

A number of non-cancerous changes in your breast can be mistaken for breast cancer symptoms, but would be false alarms when examined by a doctor. however, this is no reason for you to be less vigilant. Make no mistake, the disease is a killer. you will do well always to go and see the doctor for better analyses. better safe than sorry.

Has what you have found added to your prior knowledge? There is a great deal within the body of information surrounding bladder infection symptoms. you can find there is much in common with topical areas directly resembling this one.

You never really know about any one element because there are a lot of diverse situations. So what we advise is to really try to discover what you need, and that will usually be determined by your circumstances.

It was our main goal to give you a short introduction to bladder infection symptoms, and allow you to see directly what can be achieved. There are other areas that can be learned that will enhance the information that is generally available. what we will do is go into much deeper are more subtle points that will give you a greater comprehension and more advantage. you will find it to be very helpful in so many ways, and some of it is very distinct to your particular needs.

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One on the most memorable persons in my medical career for whom I have had profound sympathy was a beautiful fifteen year old girl who lost both her ovaries to cysts.

I was a medical student and assisted a gynecologist in the operation.  It meant she could not have children and was thrown into artificial menopause.  (Recall my article on menopause).  I honestly had to fight the tears from showing in my eyes.

WHAT ARE OVARIAN CYSTS?

They are fluid-filled sacs in or on the surface of one or both ovaries.  Remember these are where the woman’s eggs are found and are released every month in the child bearing years.  Many women have ovarian cysts at some time of another, but they usually cause little of no discomfort and are harmless, and most disappear without treatment in a few months.  Some produce serious symptoms, however, especially those that have ruptured.  Rarely, they can be life- threatening.

Most women are likely to have no symptoms at all.  if they do, the symptoms may mimic other conditions such as pelvic inflammatory disease (PID), an infection affecting the reproductive organs, endometriosis, where tissue from the womb abnormally implants elsewhere in the system of even outside it, ectopic pregnancy, (pregnancy in the wrong place), or ovarian cancer.

Appendicitis or some large bowl disorders can appear as a ruptured cyst.  One should still be watchful for any suspicious change in the area of one’s reproductive system, because a cyst may cause some of the following signs and systems.

•    Menstrual irregularities•    Fullness or heaviness of your abdomen•    Pressure on your rectum or bladder – difficulty emptying your bladder completely•    Pelvic (below the waist) pain – a constant or occasional dull ache that may be felt in the lower back and thighs.•    Pelvic pain also: 1) just before your period begins of just before it ends.2) during intercourse (dyspareunia).

An immediate visit to the doctor or Emergency Room is warranted if there isa)    sudden, sever abdominal or pelvic painb)    pain accompanied by fever of vomiting.

Each month, the ovaries grow cyst-like structures called follicles.  these produce the female hormones, estrogen and progesterone, and release an egg (ovulation).

Occasionally, a normal follicle just keeps growing, becoming a functional cyst, meaning that it began during the normal function of the menstrual cycle.  There are two types of functional cysts.  before I go into these, allow me to try to explain what really goes on with hormones, your brain and the ovaries.

During the first half of a menstrual cycle (the first 13 or so days in a normal 28-day cycle there is no estrogen circulating in the blood.  Then, at about mid cycle, there is a rise in estrogen and as a result, a message goes to a part of your brain, the hypothalamus, to produce a hormone, the FSHRH (Follicle stimulating hormone releasing hormone).  these hormones travel to another area of the brain, the front part of the pituitary gland to produce the Follicle Stimulating Hormone (FSH), to allow the follicle to grow, and the Leutenizing Hormone (LH), to cause the egg to be released from the ovary.  the final part, 14 days, of the cycle, is the luteal phase.

ONE TYPE OF CYST IS THE FOLLICULAR CYST.

When the LH surge does not occur, a follicular cyst begins because the follicle doesn’t rupture or release its egg; it grows and turns into a cyst.  these are usually harmless, seldom cause pain and often disappear on their own after two or three periods.

THE OTHER TYPE IS THE CORPUS LUTEUM CYST.

When the LH surge does occur and the egg is released, the ruptured follicle begins to produce large amounts of estrogen and progesterone in preparation for possible conception.  It is now called the corpus luteum.  sometimes, however the egg’s escape opening seals off and fluid accumulates in the follicle, causing the corpus luteum to expand into a cyst.  It usually goes away on its own in a few weeks, but can grow to almost four inches in diameter.  It can bleed into itself or twist the ovary, producing pelvic or abdominal pain.  It may rupture if it fills with blood, causing internal bleeding and sudden, sharp pain.  By the way, the fertility drug clomiphene (clomid), used to induce ovulation, increases the risk of a corpus luteum cyst developing after ovulation.

If you’ve followed the reasoning so far, a follicular cyst precludes pregnancy – the egg is not released to be fertilized.  But a corpus luteum cyst doesn’t prevent or threaten a pregnancy – the egg is already released but the opening gets resealed.

If you experience severe or colicky pain in your lower abdomen, with fever and vomiting.  There are symptoms of shock such as cold, clammy skin, rapid breathing, lightheadedness or weakness, indicating an emergency is on your hands.  get to the doctor!!

SCREENING AND DIAGNOSIS

A cyst may be found during a pelvic exam.  if one is suspected, further testing may be advised to determine type or need for treatment.  we want to find out certain things to help diagnostic and management (how to handle) decisions.  for instance, what size is it? Is it fluid-filled, solid or mixed?  Fluid-filled cysts aren’t likely to be cancerous.  Solid, or a mixture of fluid filled and solid may require further evaluation to check for cancer.

To identify the type of cyst, we may want to do the following:•    Pregnancy test.  Remember I said you will not get pregnant with a follicular cyst; a positive test means a corpus luteum cyst.•    Pelvic Ultra Sound Scan.  I dare say that a good number of women reading this know this well.  this produce can identify a cyst, its size, location, and whether solid of fluid filled.•    Laparoscopy.  this, too, is well known.  A slim lighted instrument inserted through a small cut below the navel can see the ovaries and remove a cyst.•    CA125 blood test.  this is cancer antigen 125, which is increased in cases of ovarian cancer.  So if you are at risk of ovarian caner and you have a cyst that is partially solid, a high CA125 could be especially important.  however high CA125 levels can be found in non-cancerous conditions like fibroids, PID, and endometriosis.

Yes.  A large one can cause abdominal discomfort.  if it presses on your bladder, you urinate frequently because the bladder’s capacity is reduced.  this symptom is often due to bladder  infection, but bear a cyst in mind if there are reasons to be suspicious.  see the doctor.

There are other types of cysts which are much less common but which may be found on pelvic examinations.  Cysts or ovarian masses occurring after menopause may be cancerous.

The less common cysts are:Dermoid cysts: these may contain tissue such as hair, skin or teeth because they are formed from cells that produce human eggs. Rarely cancerous, they may become large and cause painful twisting of the ovary.  you must be thinking ‘how gross!’Endometriomas: these cysts develop from endometriosis, mentioned earlier.Cystadenomas: these may be filled with a watery liquid or a mucous material.  They may grow as large as 12 inches (one foot) in diameter, and cause ovarian twisting.

HOW DO WE TREAT CYSTS?

This depends on your age, type and size of your cysts, and symptoms.  the options:Watchful waiting: Regular examinations and monitoring for size by this method or ultra sound is all that’s needed a lot of times.Birth control pills: these reduce the chance of new cysts developing in future menstrual cycles.  the added benefit of reducing your risk of ovarian cancer also make them useful.  the risk decreases the longer you take birth control pills.Surgery: this is done if: a cyst is large and causes symptoms, does not look like a functional cyst, is growing, persists through more than a few cycles.  either a cyst can be removed (cystectomy) or if necessary, one or both ovaries (oophorectomy).  Remember that a cyst after menopause suggests cancer, so surgery is almost always done in this case.

None definite.  Just get regular examinations, so that any change in your ovaries can be diagnosed as early as possible.  Pay attention to changes in your cycle, and especially any changes or symptoms that persist for more than a few cycles.  Basically, talk to us about any concerns to do with your menses.

See you next week.

Dr. Victor Emanuel has been an educator of medical professionals in training, and the public, for over 20 years in Dominica. the contents of his articles are based on facts and research conducted, and not of his opinion.

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Q Does exercise improve your sex life? if so, how, and is it really true that there are aphrodisiac foods that make a difference? G Kennedy, email

DR DAN RUTHERFORD WRITES:

Regular exercise improves mental as well as physical health, both of which have a direct bearing on one’s interest in and ability to enjoy sex. The boost of endorphins in the brain that accompanies exercise is followed up by an increased sense of wellbeing and self-esteem that accompanies taking regular exercise. People who feel unhappy with themselves, with their body, fitness level or whose mood is low for other reasons, usually find that their libido mirrors their general feelings.

Reversing that trend doesn’t require you to try to become an elite athlete. Modest regular activity such as a 20-minute walk five times a week will produce noticeable benefits. Remember, of course, that one’s partner’s needs are the same.

The search for natural aphrodisiacs has occupied man (and woman) for thousands of years and if anything worked well we would all know about it already. Chocolate has the reputation of being able to boost our brain chemistry in the right direction. A small amount of alcohol reduces one’s inhibitions. Oysters, basil, figs and a host of foods are supposed to have some effect. I guess the best thing to do is find out what works for you by experimentation. May you enjoy your research.

SARA STANNER WRITES:

Although some people vouch for the effect of certain foods on their sex drive – oysters, chocolate, bananas, avocado, nuts, ginger and olives – claims for the aphrodisiac properties of specific foods or supplements are not supported by scientific studies. However, a healthy diet is important for good nerve function, hormone production and blood flow – all of which are essential for a healthy sex life.

To keep these systems in working order, your diet should be based on starchy carbohydrates, contain plenty of fruit and vegetables and moderate amounts of low-fat dairy products and protein-containing foods. The antioxidants vitamin C and vitamin E are important because they help to strengthen blood vessel walls.

A high intake of saturated fat will elevate blood cholesterol levels and cause a build-up of atherosclerotic fatty plaques on the blood vessel walls. this can restrict blood circulation and impair performance.

Fatigue and depression are common culprits in sexual problems. these can be linked to nutritional deficiencies such as iron deficiency anaemia. Meat, fish, fortified breakfast cereals, nuts, seeds, leafy green vegetables and dried fruit will replenish the body’s iron stores.

Eating a Mediterranean-style diet, reducing calorie intake and increasing physical activity have been found to improve sexual function in people with conditions such as obesity, type 2 diabetes and metabolic syndrome.

Avoiding an excess of alcohol, which reduces libido, and quitting cigarettes, which constricts blood vessels, may also help.

TONY GALLAGHER WRITES:

It is generally felt that an overall healthy lifestyle will translate to a healthy sex life. As part of this lifestyle, regular exercise can only improve one’s experience.

Working out regularly will do a lot to encourage and improve your sexual technique, flexibility and endurance. for example, in a Harvard study of 160 female and male swimmers, those in their sixties reported sex lives that were comparable to those in their forties by managing considerable improvements in their endurance.

Exercise increases the blood flow, thereby increasing desire and function. Since exercise produces opiate-like endorphins, making you feel energised and looking better, this leads to better sex and helps prevent erectile dysfunction. Cardiovascular exercise helps by improving circulation and blood flow.

Weightlifting causes the body to produce testosterone, which is the primary precursor for male sex drive. Overtraining can have the opposite effect, however, so balance is the key.

Muscle-building exercises such as push-ups, sit-ups and crunches strengthen the shoulders, chest and abs, with obvious benefits.

Not such an obvious exercise, perhaps, is to contract and relax the Kegel muscles that form part of the pelvic floor area. this can improve control for both men and women.

If you are not inclined to go down the fitness road for improvement in your sex life, then you will be encouraged by the fact that many experts believe that feeling sexy and self-confident is simply a state of mind. So forget about work worries, unwind and do whatever it takes to relax.

SECOND OPINION Dr James Le Fanu

Gut feeling rewards readers

Over the years, Sunday Telegraph readers have made useful contributions to medical science, including the evidence for a highly effective treatment for chronic diarrhoea.

A decade ago, I described a case of a woman who, following a major stomach operation, had endured “40 years of misery” – diarrhoea up to six times a day, resistant to every remedy. Her doctor prescribed cholestyramine, which “mops up” excess bile acids secreted by the gall bladder into the gut – and her bowels normalised.

Nine readers similarly afflicted wrote to say how they had visited their doctor, clutching my article, leading to their taking cholestyramine with equally felicitous results.

Four of them had had abdominal surgery or their gall bladder removed – both of which can increase the amount of bile salts in the gut – this accounts for their improvement with cholestyramine. but four had not, their symptoms being attributed to irritable bowel syndrome or inflammation of the colon. I suggested in a letter to the British Medical Journal that doctors, before labelling their patients, should give them a trial of cholestyramine.

Ten years on, gut specialist Saad Habba of the Mount Sinai School of Medicine in new York has just reported his findings from investigating 300 patients previously diagnosed as having “diarrhoea predominant irritable bowel syndrome”. He found a treatable cause in nearly all, including carbohydrate intolerance, coeliac disease and, in nearly half, scans revealed some malfunction of the gall bladder – 98 per cent of whom responded to cholestyramine.

The implications are obvious enough and it is good to think that, as a decade ago, more readers might similarly find their lives transformed for the better.