Today, I’m sharing something personal in the hopes that it might reach someone out there who feels the way I did—alone, embarrassed, and unsure where to turn. This is the story of my journey with Stress Urinary Incontinence (SUI) and how it unexpectedly brought me closer to my mom.
Incontinence is such a taboo subject that, for many patients, it’s more shrouded in mythology and mystery than almost any other condition. There’s nothing to be afraid of! Today’s guest is Dr. Kathleen Kobashi, chair of the Department of Urology at Houston Methodist Hospital and a specialist in women’s health and bladder control issues, and she sheds light on the truth behind many incontinence myths and the practice of urology.
A lot of us can be intimidated by doctors, especially when it comes to talking about somethign as personal as incontinence. Today’s guest is here to tell us that there’s nothing to worry about. Shavya Kovela is a Doctor of Physical Therapy and the Clinicial Education Manager for Flyte Therapy, and she has some illuminating and encouraging insights for everyone who recognizes that they need help but isn’t terribly comfortable with the idea of seeking it out…
You’ve probably seen commercials talking about gut health, probiotics, prebiotics and all sorts of other things that are somehow related to your digestive system, but do you know what any of that actually is or why a healthy gut is so important? Today’s guest is Donna Monthei, a registered dietitian and gut health expert with EverVital Nutrition, a company that helps people with chronic digestive issues discover the imbalances affecting their microbiome and teaches them how to transform their gut using a unique customized approach to gut wellness.
Mike Leventhal is straight up when he explains that there are three things all men eventually face: death, taxes and an enlarged prostate. He should know – as the Executive Director for the Tennessee affiliate of Men’s Health Network, Mike has spent his career helping men improve their physical and mental well being. Today he talks with us about caring for your prostate as you get older and, for those men who have had their prostates removed, how to manage the incontinence that’s usually associated with the procedure.
Today’s guest is Dr. Erin Forster, a gastroenterologist from the Medical University of South Carolina, and she’s here to let you know that it doesn’t have to be that way. IBD conditions – particularly Crohn’s Disease and Ulcerative Colitis – can be treated, especially nowadays, with a surprisingly large range of medications and life strategies that can make a real difference for you.
You may remember Gloria Kolb from a previous episode when she introduced us to Elitone, a wearable device that gently stimulates your pelvic floor muscles, prompting them to do your Kegel exercises for you with virtually zero effort. Gloria is back with us today to introduce her newest product, Elitone Urge, which has shown remarkable results addressing the symptoms of Overactive Bladder, helping reduce those sudden urges to go to the bathroom for thousands of women.
Men aren’t always very good when it comes to managing their own health – it’s often the women in their lives who help them with everything from making doctors’ appointments to taking their medications to becoming more proactive with their wellbeing. Today’s guest is Mike Leventhal, Executive Director for the Tennessee affiliate of Men’s Health Network, a national non-profit focused on men’s health awareness and disease prevention. Mike discusses the challenges men face and shares important insights on what men can do to improve their health and wellness.
Tina Harris, a registered nurse, shares her insights on incontinence management and how TenderHeart supports patients with value-based incontinence services and personalized coaching.
Best advice for great appointments with Dr. Bullock offers his top advice for making the most out of doctor’s appointments, sharing insights from his journey in urology and women’s health.
Kristina S. Brown, Adler University Endometriosis or Endometriosis Afflicts causes physical, sexual and emotional pain. About 190 million people around the globe have endometriosis, including
IBD can affect more than just your gastrointestinal tract. Here are the other areas of the body where you may experience IBD symptoms, plus tips on how to get the treatment you need For Your IBD SYmptoms
