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Dripping acid: My battle with chronic bladder pain after cancer treatment | The Jerusalem Post

Jpost · · 1014 words · By BRIAN BLUM
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“The toxins in the chemo apparently damaged my GAG layer.”
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The provided evidence defines chemotherapy and its general nature but does not specifically mention whether chemotherapy toxins damage the GAG layer of the bladder.
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web search NEUTRAL — Chemotherapy (often abbreviated chemo, sometimes CTX and CTx) is the type of cancer treatment that uses one or more anti-cancer drugs (chemotherapeutic agents or alkylating agents) in a standard regim…
https://en.m.wikipedia.org/wiki/Chemotherapy
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web search NEUTRAL — Jun 20, 2024 · Chemotherapy is a common cancer treatment. Learn more about how it works, what to expect during treatment, common side effects, and other FAQs.
https://www.webmd.com/cancer/chemotherapy-what-to-expect
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web search NEUTRAL — Chemotherapy (chemo) is one of the most common treatments for cancer. Learning about how it works and what to expect can help you prepare for treatment and make informed decisions about your care.
https://www.cancer.org/cancer/managing-cancer/treatment-type…
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“That’s the protective boundary that keeps the acidic urine from irritating the bladder wall itself.”
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Multiple independent sources (Interstitial Cystitis Network, ThinkAtlas.blog, and MedShun) confirm that the GAG layer/urothelium acts as a protective barrier preventing irritants and acidic urine from affecting the bladder wall.
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web search NEUTRAL — The human bladder is lined with a protective mucopolysaccharide coating known as the GAG Layer. This microscopic barrier acts as a shield, preventing bacteria and harsh chemical waste from making cont…
https://thinkatlas.blog/fruits-that-irritate-bladder
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web search NEUTRAL — Acidic urine can indeed irritate the bladder, particularly in individuals with sensitive bladder linings. The bladder’s inner lining, known as the urothelium, acts as a protective barrier against irri…
https://medshun.com/article/can-acidic-urine-irritate-the-bl…
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web search NEUTRAL — Dr. Theoharides: The wall of the bladder is protected by a layer of molecules called proteoglycans, those that contain both protein and sugar. This is another way of saying glycosaminoglycans (GAG).
https://www.ic-network.com/guestlectures/theoharides1205.htm…
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“HA is a molecule found in the body that helps hydrate skin, lubricate joints, and cushion tissue.”
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Wikipedia and other clinical sources explicitly state that Hyaluronic acid (HA) is a glycosaminoglycan found in connective, epithelial, and neural tissues, specifically lubricating joints and hydrating skin.
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web search NEUTRAL — Hyaluronic acid (HA) naturally occurs as a biopolymer in the human body, primarily in connective tissues like joints and skin. Functioning as a vital element of synovial fluid, it lubricates joints, f…
https://pmc.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/articles/PMC10744407/
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web search NEUTRAL — Hyaluronic acid is a substance found in your eyes, joints and skin. It's often used as a supplement for skin and joint health, as well as in cosmetic products.
https://my.clevelandclinic.org/health/articles/22915-hyaluro…
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web search NEUTRAL — Hyaluronic acid (/ ˌhaɪ.əljʊəˈrɒnɪk /; [1][2] HA; conjugate base hyaluronate), also called hyaluronan, is an anionic, nonsulfated glycosaminoglycan distributed widely throughout connective, epithelial…
https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Hyaluronic_acid
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“Since it’s very effective at retaining water, HA is commonly used in eye drops, wrinkle fillers, and as an aid in wound healing and tissue regeneration.”
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Evidence from Wikipedia and health guides confirms HA's water-retaining properties and its common use in cosmetic fillers, eye drops, and medical applications for tissue health.
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web search NEUTRAL — May 4, 2022 · Hyaluronic acid is a substance found in your eyes, joints and skin. It’s often used as a supplement for skin and joint health, as well as in cosmetic products.
https://my.clevelandclinic.org/health/articles/22915-hyaluro…
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web search NEUTRAL — Learn more about Hyaluronic Acid uses, effectiveness, possible side effects, interactions, dosage, user ratings and products that contain Hyaluronic Acid.
https://www.webmd.com/vitamins/ai/ingredientmono-1062/hyalur…
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web search NEUTRAL — Hyaluronic acid (/ ˌhaɪ.əljʊəˈrɒnɪk /; [1][2] HA; conjugate base hyaluronate), also called hyaluronan, is an anionic, nonsulfated glycosaminoglycan distributed widely throughout connective, epithelial…
https://en.m.wikipedia.org/wiki/Hyaluronic_acid
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“HA is naturally present in the GAG layer”
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Wikipedia defines HA as a glycosaminoglycan (GAG) distributed throughout epithelial tissues. Since the bladder lining is epithelial and the GAG layer is composed of these molecules, the claim is supported by the definition of HA as a GAG.
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web search NEUTRAL — Hyaluronic acid, also called hyaluronan, is an anionic, nonsulfated glycosaminoglycan distributed widely throughout connective, epithelial, and neural tissues.
https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Hyaluronic_acid
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web search NEUTRAL — The inner lining of the urinary bladder is a mucous membrane of transitional epithelium that is continuous with that in the ureters. When the bladder is empty, the mucosa has numerous folds called rug…
https://training.seer.cancer.gov/anatomy/urinary/components/…
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web search NEUTRAL — Blood is a specialized fluid in your body that has four main components, each with a different function: plasma, red blood cells, white blood cells, and plat...
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=VSVYgivfs9c
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“HA instillations are quick but must be repeated every week for eight sessions – that is, a full two months – and you don’t usually feel relief until about three-quarters of the way through.”
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One source specifically mentions a regime of weekly instillations for 8 weeks, and other sources confirm the use of bladder instillations for pain and urgency reduction, supporting the general protocol described.
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web search NEUTRAL — One regime involves weekly instillations for 8 weeks, then once every 2 weeks for the next 6 months. Results showed a significant reduction in urgency scores and pain scores [34].
https://pmc.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/articles/PMC7306012/
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web search NEUTRAL — Bladder instillations or bladder cocktails are mixtures of medicines put directly into the bladder.For patients who have had a documented UTI within three months of the instillation, add 80 mg gentami…
https://www.ichelp.org/understanding-ic/medical-treatments/b…
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web search NEUTRAL — Bladder Instillations Bladder instillations can be used to calm and soothe the bladder, particularly during flares. During a bladder instillation (aka intravesical instillation or treatment), the blad…
https://www.icnetwork.org/interstitial-cystitis-treatments/b…
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“HA is not covered by Maccabi, our local HMO”
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While Maccabi is confirmed as an Israeli HMO, the provided evidence does not contain the specific insurance coverage policies regarding hyaluronic acid instillations.
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wikipedia NEUTRAL — The Kahn-Sagol-Maccabi (KSM) for Research and Innovation (in Hebrew: מכון קאהן-סגול-מכבי למחקר ולחדשנות) is the Research and Innovation Center of Maccabi Healthcare Services.
https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Kahn_Sagol_Maccabi
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wikipedia NEUTRAL — Maccabi Healthcare Services (Hebrew: מכבי שירותי בריאות, formerly Maccabi Fund for the Ill, Hebrew: קופת חולים מכבי), known as Kupat Holim Maccabi, is one of the four Health Maintenance Organizations …
https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Maccabi_Healthcare_Services
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wikipedia NEUTRAL — Tal Patalon (Hebrew: טל פטלון; born May 19, 1974) is an Israeli medical doctor and researcher, Research and Development at Maccabi Group, one of Israel largest HMOs. She previously headed the Kahn Sag…
https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Tal_Patalon
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“Maccabi’s regulations say that if the inflammation may have been due to radiation, the hyaluronic acid is free.”
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Web search results mention that HA instillations are used to treat radiation-induced cystitis, but there is no evidence provided regarding Maccabi's specific financial policy or 'free' status for this treatment.
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web search NEUTRAL — Intravesical therapies like hyaluronic acid instillations or sodium pentosan polysulfate to restore the glycosaminoglycan layer. For bleeding, options include intravesical alum irrigation, formalin in…
https://www.droracle.ai/articles/22658/work-up-and
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web search NEUTRAL — Bladder instillations or bladder cocktails are mixtures of medicines put directly into the bladder.Reducing bladder irritation and pain (anti-inflammatory). Helping to relax the bladder and pelvic mus…
https://www.ichelp.org/understanding-ic/medical-treatments/b…
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web search NEUTRAL — Intravesical instillations of hyaluronic acid (HA) and chondroitin sulphate (CS) have given results in the short term.be caused by infection, an autoimmune reaction or the. presence of toxic substance…
https://www.researchgate.net/publication/224925611_Intravesi…
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“The writer’s book TOTALED: The Billion-Dollar Crash of the Startup that Took on Big Auto, Big Oil and the World has been published as an audiobook.”
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The provided Wikipedia results discuss Adam Neumann and other companies but do not mention the book 'TOTALED' or its availability as an audiobook.
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wikipedia NEUTRAL — Adam Neumann (Hebrew: אדם נוימן) is an Israeli and American businessman, investor, and billionaire. In 2010, he co-founded WeWork with Miguel McKelvey, where he was CEO from 2010 to 2019. In 2019, he …
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