The Prostate: Everything You Need to Know (Your Personal Health)
by By Taguchi, Yosh and Wallwe, Adrian, Ph.D. (INT)
Category: Medical , Oncology

Now that prostate health is openly discussed, more and more men and their families are looking for help in understanding this small but potentially problematic male organ. In this accessible, informative guide, eminent urologist Dr. Yosh Taguchi tackles the most common prostate problems -- benign prostate hyperplasia (BPH), prostatitis and cancer. Readers will learn about:    the anatomy and function of the prostate  the importance of regular check-ups  surgical options, including the two-stage prostatectomy  medication options, including drug names and suggested dosages  disorders that mimic prostate disease  thermal therapy  preventative measures  pain control  surgery issues and preparation  managing the disease  incontinence, impotence and erectile dysfunction  new developments in treatment.              Complete with diagrams, charts and case studies, Prostate offers clear and comprehensive information on what is known, what is still not clear and what remains conjectural about this most sensitive of male health concerns. Written by an expert who obviously cares for his patients and who believes that self-education in matters of health is one of the cornerstones of preventative medicine, Prostate is an important and timely book.