The Sphincter of Oddi Dysfunction Survival Guide

Book excerpt: For the first time ever, a patient-driven book has been written about Sphincter of Oddi Dysfunction (SOD). The Sphincter of Oddi Dysfunction Survival Guide is a groundbreaking resource every SOD patient, friend or family member of an SOD patient, GI doctor, primary care physician, naturopath, and functional medicine practitioner should read. Regardless if your SOD is mild or severe, you will find this guide helpful. This guide is a culmination of patient experiences, research, and the author's own personal experience with having SOD for 17 years. For 13 years, the author was misdiagnosed, unable to find a doctor to help her. Read about how she found good doctors, treatments that worked, and coping strategies that helped. In this book you will find information about: The science behind SOD, including information about anatomy, the three types of SOD, prevalence (affects women the most), and symptoms. The most common symptoms are pain in the upper right quadrant under the rib that sometimes radiates to the back and shoulder, and nausea or vomiting. The potential causes of SOD. SOD is most prevalent in people who had their gallbladders removed (post-cholecystectomy syndrome). Also learn how hormones and medications may contribute to SOD. Finding an SOD doctor and obtaining a diagnosis. Learn how to NOT waste your time with mediocre doctors or doctors who refuse to diagnose or treat SOD. Learn how to find the best doctors and about the most common tests used to diagnose SOD. SOD treatments, including natural remedies, medications, and procedural and surgical treatments. How to cope with SOD and live a quality life utilizing support groups, mental health therapy, spiritual support, and staying positive. Dealing with hospitals and healthcare professionals and how to become an empowered patient. The TRUTH about SOD your doctor and medical journals won't tell you.