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Brussels is an essential destination for any tourist. The city is a leading cultural, historic, culinary and tourist centre.
In the centre of Brussels, you must certainly visit the Grand-Place with its large number of historic mansions, the magnificent 15th-century Town Hall and the well-known Maison du Roi Museum. There is also the Galeries St Hubert, which is the oldest covered shopping arcade in Europe. The fifteenth-century Saint Gudula and Saint Michael Cathedral is also worth a visit. You can relax in the Parc de Bruxelles facing the Royal Palace.
You can also go for a walk along the Place du Grand Sablon, with its large number of antique shops. The daily flea market on Place du Jeu de Balle is certainly an attraction. Other sights include Sablon Church with its Gothic interior and the Palace of Justice on the Galgenberg. The European quarter, which is the centre of government for the European Union, surrounds Place Schuman. Just outside the city centre, you will find the Atomium, a steel molecule enlarged 165 billion times.
Châtelain: a quarter full of independent boutiques and laidback restaurants: the square itself hosts a popular Wednesday evening food market. Dansaert: there are always things happening – and a new boutique to explore – in the Dansaert quarter, the fashion heart of the city. Louise: upmarket Avenue Louise is where all of Brussels heads at the weekend: the area has a real buzz and the city's best shopping. St. Gilles: multicultural St. Gilles is full of hidden treasures: wonderful architecture; great restaurants and quirky boutiques. Flagey: laid-back bars, an excellent weekend food and flower market and the beautiful Ixelles Ponds to stoll around. Sainte Catherine: from the ultra-tradition fish restaurants on the square to the hip shops and bars of Rue de Flandre, Sainte Catherine is packed with distractions. Uccle: Leafy Uccle has sweeping Art Deco avenues, pretty squares full of shops and cafés as well as acres of surprisingly wild forest to discover.
Discover Belgium: Antwerp - Bruges - Ghent - Mons - Namur - Liège - Leuven - Mechelen - Ostend
Belgium's "so cool it's hot" city has received a lot of well-deserved attention lately, especially since becoming one of Europe's Cool Capitals. Always creative - in the 16th and 17th century, the city was home to great masters such as Rubens and Anthony Van Dyck; in the 20th and 21st century, to many fashion designers like the world-famous Antwerp Six. There is much to do of a cultural nature, but the city is also well worth a visit for its excellent restaurants, bars and clubs, as well as for its shopping. Much like Antwerp diamonds, the city sparkles with an impressive range of architecture from medieval buildings in Art Nouveau styles to the contemporary Courthouse.
EVENTS Panamarenko Universum (until 22.02.2015): a unique retrospective to the work of Panamarenko, a prominent assemblagist in Belgian sculpture. – The Golden Cabinet. Royal Museum at the Rockox House (until 01.01.2017): masterpieces from the Royal Museum of Fine Arts Antwerp (closed for renovation) and the most important works from the Rockox House itself. – Exodus. Fleeing the war (until 31.03.2015): stunning black-and-white pictures along the Wandelboulevard (walking lane) of the MAS.– Far from war? Belgian immigrants in America during World War I (until 5.04.2015) at the Red Star Line Museum. EAT Michelin-starred Dôme (Grotehondstraat 2), is one of Antwerp's best-loved restaurants. Just across the street is the seafood eatery Dôme sur Mer (Arendstraat 1) and bakery Domestic (Steenbokstraat 37). SHOP An exhibition space, fashion boutique and bookshop with a café, Ra (Kleine Markt 7-9) is a favourite with Antwerp's style-conscious crowd. LATER Well-heeled creatives make a beeline for the café-bar Vitrin (Marnixplaats 14), located on a key square in the trendy Zuid (South) district.
The heart of Bruges, surrounded by an almost continuous ring of canals, is the best preserved example of medieval Flanders. So picture postcard perfect is the city center, known as "the Venice of the North", that it is nigh on impossible to take a bad photograph. With the city center closed off to cars, all the stunning beauty and culture of this unforgettable city can be easily explored on foot, by boat ride along quiet canals, or by horse-drawn carriage over cobblestone streets. Although Bruges is a small city, it will easily take more than one day to explore all of its architectural and artistic treasures, folklore, chocolate shops, lace boutiques, and local restaurants. The historic center of Bruges is on the list of UNESCO World Heritage Sites and is teeming with places of interest. Bruges is so magical that it's akin to a film set. This seems appropriate given that the 2008 film In Bruges was filmed on location in the city. This film, starring Ralph Fiennes and Colin Farrell, features two hit men holing up in the city after a difficult job. Farrell allegedly stayed in Bonifacius Exclusive Guesthouse (Groeninge 4) while in town filming.
EVENTS 14-18. The War in Pictures, Bruges at war (until 22.02.2015). – 14th European Biennial of Graphic Arts (until 01.03.2015). - Ellen Harvey (until 24.05.2015): exhibition of the famous British artist, whose work includes video art, installations and paintings. - Great War Battlefields tour commemorating WW1 (until 31.12.2018). – Bruges Beer Festival (7-8.02.2015). EAT Bistro Bruut (Meestraat 9) has had a radical facelift; its dining room now combines vintage industrial-style lampshades and reclaimed-wood tabletops. The honest Franco-Belgian cuisine at Assiette Blanche (Philipstockstraat 23-25, assietteblanche.be) is a hit with the chic local crowd. SHOP Family-run chocolatier Dumon (Eiermarkt 6) occupies a dollhouse-like shop near Markt Square, while newcomer BbyB (Sint Amandstraat 39) features chocolates from top chef Bart Desmidt in minimal Pantone-style packaging. LATER Venerated 't Brugs Beertje (Kemelstraat 5) offers 300 different beers, including Brugse Zot ('the fool'), the city's only official home brew. A former employee runs Comptoir des Arts (Vlamingstraat 53), a hip and atmospheric cellar jazz bar with a roaring fire.
"Here's a secret within a secret: Ghent might just be the best European city you've never thought of visiting, in a country that continues to be criminally overlooked." - Lonely Planet 10 places to visit in 2011. If you're the type who prefers exploring away from the tourist hordes, funky Ghent is definitely the place to go. Ghent is praised for its brilliant mix of a wonderful past and a vibrant present. Here hides one of Europe's finest panoramas of water, spires and centuries-old grand houses. But this is no place to simply kick back. It's also Flanders' biggest university town, which means linger-as-long-as-you-like cafés, well-priced restaurants and a laid-back atmosphere. Under the watchful eye of Gravensteen Castle or Castle of the Counts, the city boasts an Opera House, 18 museums, 100 churches and over 400 historical buildings. The most visited site in Ghent is the famous polyptych, The Adoration of the Mystic Lamb, painted by the brothers Jan and Hubert van Eyck in 1432. It still hangs in its original location, the St. Bavo Cathedral. The locals, while intensely proud of their city, are very modest and would never brag about its merits. One reason, perhaps, why it has taken so long for the rest of the world to discover this little gem.
EVENTS Berlinde De Bruyckere (until 8.02.2015): her most extensive solo exhibition to date, featuring both textile sculptures from the 1990s and later works. – Love Letters in War and Peace (until 22.02.2015): Love in its many different forms: letters, visual arts, paper and canvas, photography and cinema. - Lightopia (until 15.03.2015): exhibition devoted to the development of electric lighting and the theme of lighting design. - Collection Study III: Art in Europe after 1968 (until 15.03.2015) at the SMAK Museum. EAT Dine on tapas-style dishes at Pure Daphne (Gebroeders Vandeveldestraat 3), Belgium's first croquette bar. SHOP Rustic interiors shop Comme un rêve (Brabantdam 56b) sells a mixture of super flea-market finds and new country-style knick-knacks for the home. LATER Sip inventive, delicious cocktails out of glass balls and Mason jars at the futuristic Limonada (Heilige-Geeststraat 7).
Cultural capital of Wallonia since 2002 and European Capital of Culture 2015, Mons is a dynamic city with a rich heritage. Located close to the French border and at the centre of the largest mining and industrial region of Belgium, Mons has been a pilgrimage destination since the 7th century, when a Frankish woman, later St. Waltrude, decided to stop here and dedicate her life to God. St. Waltrude's Collegiate Church, one of Mons principal attractions, was never fully completed after 200 years of works! This can be seen on the church's exterior as the tower is not completed, the interior however, was completed in the 17th century. The church is considered one of the best examples of Brabant Gothic. Other remarkable landmarks of Mons are the Grande-Place, surrounded by the impressive Town Hall, and the Belfry (listed as a World Heritage site by the UNESCO), a bell tower hosting a carillon of 47 bells. If you have a more contemporary feel, don't miss the Marsh House, where painter Van Gogh lived around 1880.
EVENTS Mons 2015 European Capital of Culture: festivals, exhibitions, theater, dance, music, literature, fashion, gastronomy and much more! Please check out the updated calendar here - Van Gogh au Borinage (25.01.2015 – 17.05.2015): the exhibition takes you through the crucial period (December 1878 to October 1880) when living in the Walloon coal-mining area of the Borinage Vincent van Gogh abandoned his career as a preacher and decided to become an artist. EAT Jean-Philippe Watteyne is famous in Mons, thanks to his run on the French TV series Top Chef. He's also the genius behind iCook (Rue des Fripiers 2, restaurant-icook.be), one of the city's most popular restaurants. SHOP Mons Où Venir (Rue des Clercs 13) takes souvenir shopping to a zany new level, with models of the doudou – the city's green medieval dragon – among the many items on sale in Catherine Franeau's quirky little boutique. LATER Cuba'R (Rue de Nimy 57) is a cellar bar that has brought Cuban music, Cuban drinks and some great cigars to Mons.
Namur is the capital of Wallonia, the southern region of Belgium. Enjoy a stroll through the medieval city centre or the Citadel, one of Europe's most impressive strongholds. If you want to give your feet a rest, you can join one of the many boat trips on the rivers Sambre and Meuse, as the city is neatly tucked in between where both rivers meet, an ideal and romantic way to explore the region. Do you prefer a more challenging way of exploration? Namur is also the gateway to various nature hikes in the Belgian Ardennes, an extensive forest region famed for its gorgeous landscapes and hillsides.
EVENTS Check out the works by 19th-century Namur artist Felicien Rops at Musée Felicien Rops (Rue Fumal 12). – Zanimoo 2015 (14-15.02.2015): largest pet fair in Wallonia. EAT Le Métropole Brasserie (Rue Emile Cuvelier 1) is a good no-nonsense brasserie with an emphasis on beer and big portions. If it's a sunny day, nab a seat outside and enjoy the view of the Théâtre Royal. SHOP b.d.Librairie (Rue Saint-Jean 8) has been selling that great Belgian art form, the bande dessinée (comic book), for 18 years. LATER Exterieur Nuit(Place du Chanoine Descamps 6) is only open until 11pm but it's a good place for Belgian beer and French wine.
Just an hour from Brussels by train, Belgium's third most populous city is perfect for a weekend getaway. As your train pulls into Liège, the first thing you'll notice is the hypermodern train station designed by the famous Spanish architect Calatrava. The modern architecture of the train station contrasts with the rest of the city, which is a more eclectic mix of styles that reflect Liège's long history dating back to the Middle Ages. As a Prince-Bishopric, Liège was a city of great importance in medieval times. Later, in the first half of the 20th century, the city gained further importance as one of Europe's main centres of the iron and steel industries. Remnants of the city's history can be found in the old Citadel, and at the Archeoforum which lies below Liège's main square, Place Saint-Lambert. Liège's most famous tourist attraction is the long stairway Montagne de Bueren - after taking on the more than 400 steps, you'll be rewarded with a magnificent panoramic view of the city. Definitely a challenge that's worth the effort!
The city is located on the banks of the river Meuse, which divides the city into two parts. The Outremeuse (which translates to 'the part beyond the Meuse river') is famed for its more creative vibe and folklore. The most important character in Liège's folklore is Tchantchès, a marionette doll representing the stubborn and rebellious yet good-natured character of Liège. Enjoy the puppet theatre at the Musée de Tchantchès and learn more about Outremeuse's history with the help of Tchantches and his wife Nanesse.
EVENTS Degenerate Art according to Hitler (until 29.05.2015): exhibition dedicated to works that were sold by the Germans at the Lucerne auction in 1939. – Liège in torment (until 30.05.2015): day-to-day life during the occupation. - I was 20 in 1914 (until 30.05.2015): various points of view are exhibited from leaders, soldiers, doctors and civilians etc. EAT Every bite is an adventure at Mandibule en Roue Libre (rue Souverain-Pont 38), a cosy bistro where chef-owner Fabien Henrard encourages customers to pick up their own orders from the kitchen and play their own vinyl records during meals. SHOP For a genuine Liégeois shopping experience, forget the high street stores and join the foragers at the city's many antique markets. Every Sunday morning on the left bank of the Meuse river, La Batte (Belgium's oldest outdoor market) is a beehive of activity. Alternatively, try the Saint-Pholien market every Friday morning on the Boulevard de la Constitution. LATER Party until the wee hours in the pubs and nightspots of the Le Carré neighbourhood.
Whether you're looking to quench your thirst for knowledge or just your thirst, Leuven is the ideal place. This youthful town, less than half an hour by train from Brussels, is home to one of Europe's oldest universities (KU Leuven), and history is present on every street corner. A few lucky students even have the distinct privilege of living in the 13th century stone beguinage (begijnhof) selected as a world heritage site by UNESCO. And where there are students... there is beer! Leuven is Belgium's reigning brewing capital – no small feat in a country that produces hundreds of delicious varieties. Leuven is the headquarters of AB Inbev, the largest brewery in the world, famous for Stella Artois beers. Centuries of Flemish tradition and craftsmanship lie behind Leuven's premium brews. The university, one of the oldest and most important in Europe, has its roots in the center of Leuven, and its historic college buildings dominate many of the squares and streets. The university and its 28,000 students and professors have a special tie with Leuven, which has existed since the university's founding in 1425. Leuven is a great place for the curious traveler with time to explore. It is an intimate city; any spot can be easily reached on foot or by bicycle.
EVENTS Leuven Beer weekend (24-26.04.2015): during this weekend, you will definitely discover why Leuven it's known as the beer capital. EAT Located at the heart of Leuven's culinary scene, Trente (Muntstraat 36) is run by a top young Flemish chef. Typical dishes include bream, fennel and bouchot mussels. SHOP Running in parallel, Dietsestraat and Bondgenotenlaan streets house luxe labels such as Delvaux (Bondgenotenlaan 15). For more offbeat food and clothes, try Mechelsestraat and the Vismarkt: Sumo (Mechelsestraat 7) stocks shoes by Chi Mihara and Dries Van Noten. LATER Sample Con Domus and Nostra Domus beers at home brewery Domus (Tiensestraat 8).
Mechelen is a small and picturesque city that is big on charm and history but is probably best known for its carillon school. Here students from all over the world come to learn to play church bells. One of the most pleasant experiences to have in Mechelen is to sit outside on the terrace of a cafe sipping a local beer while listening to the delightful bell music coming from the sky. It is a city thriving with quaint shops, car-free areas and amazingly pleasant little squares. The grace of centuries-old palaces and majestic churches appeals to everyone. Mechelen is a city for all ages. Young people can actively enjoy themselves in the Toy Museum or the Tivoli Children's Farm, whereas the young at heart can entertain themselves at the Anker, one of the oldest operating breweries in Belgium. There are also many parks and gardens to stroll in, and the boat trip to these parks from Mechelen Central Station is not to be missed. Mechelen has no less than 336 listed buildings and monuments including eight gothic and baroque churches from the 14th century through the 17th century.
EVENTS Mechelen Street Art Project. Mechelen Muurt: street art project led by city artist Gijs Vanhee. - Toy museum of Mechelen (Nekkerspoelstraat 21) displays several expositions all year round. – Boy descends the stairways: the work of contemporary artist Sarah Vanagt in the underground car park on St. Rumbold's graveyard. EAT Grand Café Lamot (Van Beethovenstraat 8/10) is a modern riverside brasserie-restaurant with good views of St Rumbold's Cathedral. For a completely different experience, Het Nieuwwerk (Nieuwwerk 11) serves classic Belgian cuisine in a peaceful, picturesque spot behind the Cathedral. SHOP Kaashandel Schockaert (IJzerenleen 28) is a shop selling almost 300 cheeses and is particularly famous for its Gouden Carolus Brouwerskaas, which is made with local beer. LATER Unwined (Begijnenstraat 23) with a glass or two of grape at this unpretentious bodega. The sommelier has removed the snobbery associated with choosing wine by creating a selection chart based on country of origin and occasion.
At the "City by the Sea", over five and a half miles of sandy beaches invites you to delightful sunbathing and a refreshing dip in the North Sea. After frolicking in the sun, take a walk down the Promenade where you will find many shops, bars and restaurants. Ostend is a cosmopolitan city with a harbour, yacht-basin, airport and over 50 hotels. Visitors will be amazed by all there is to see and do. All year round, many activities take place. Some highlights are: Oostende at Anchor, Theatre by the Sea, Magic Lights in the Park, the Christmas Market with huge ice-skating ramp and Carnival week-end with the well-known Bal Rat Mort. One of Ostend's main, and maybe lesser known, trump cards is the gastronomy. What better place to sample the sea's delicacies than on the seaside. There are many restaurants, ranging from exclusive hot spots to cosy bistros, so there is something to suit everyone's taste and budget. The specialities are Dover Sole, shrimp croquettes and "tomato filled with shrimps". There is also plenty to keep you amused later on in the evening such as pubs, clubs and cinema complexes.
EVENTS The Sea – Salut d'honneur (until April 2015): Sea-themed exhibitions curated by internationally renowned artist Jan Hoet. EAT Traditionalists eat mussels only from September to April, and the busy De Mosselbeurs (Dwarstraat 10) serves up more than a dozen versions, from basic to Thai-style, spiced with coconut, curry and coriander. Otherwise head down to Ostend Queen (Westhelling 12), where you'll feel like you've stepped aboard a cruise liner that serves excellent seafood. SHOP Stock up on local delicacies at the outdoor market on the Wapenplein every Monday, Thursday and Saturday. LATER Choose from 500 types of beer and 50 kinds of genever (a Belgian juniper-flavoured spirit) at the English pub-style Café Bottelje (Louisastraat 19) or throw shapes on the dancefloor at Tao Bar (Langestraat 24-26).


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ELK Lighting 570-3C-MT Polished Chrome and Mountain Glass Three Light Down Lighting Bathroom Fixture from the Vanity Collection
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Elk Lighting 570-3C Chrome Three Light Bathroom Fixture from the Vanity Collection
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As a component of the First-Year Experience, Cabrini College offers a one-day Summer Orientation Program with a choice of three dates.
Wednesday, June 3, 2015
Thursday, June 11, 2015
Tuesday, June 16, 2015
For more information, contact Saleem Brown, Associate Director of the First-Year Experience, at 610‑902‑8535 or email@example.com.
About Summer OrientationAll incoming first-year students and their families will visit campus in preparation for the fall semester.
Students can expect to meet other new students, develop a sense of community, learn more about Cabrini, and make new friends during Summer Orientation.
Students invited to participate in Summer Orientation do not have to complete CabriniVision over the summer. Instead, they will complete the tasks outlined in CabriniVision while on campus during Summer Orientation.
Summer Orientation complements New Student Orientation in August, when the whole class comes together to start their first year at Cabrini.
Peer Mentors will serve as hosts and share their experiences with new students.
Faculty and staff will be available to answer questions and offer advice.
Students will discuss Cabrini's Justice Matters core curriculum and academic interests to help with fall course scheduling.
While students are engaged, family members in attendance will learn about the campus, the Cabrini experience, available resources, and how best to collaborate with Cabrini to ensure the success of their students.
Summer Orientation ScheduleStudents and their families will receive their individual schedules when they register and will be guided to workshops during the day.
8:30 – 9 a.m.: Registration and Breakfast, Grace Hall AtriumStudents and their families will enjoy a free breakfast buffet while meeting upper-class students who will serve as peer mentors, as well as faculty and staff.
9 – 9:15 a.m.: Welcome to Summer Orientation, Grace Hall AtriumJeff Gingerich, Ph.D., interim provost and vice president for Academic Affairs, will welcome all students and their families to campus.
9:15 a.m. – 12:30 p.m.: Workshops, Various LocationsStudents will split from their families to learn about life at Cabrini through informative workshops.
12:30 – 1:30 p.m.: Lunch, Cavs Corner in Founder's HallStudents will rejoin their families for a free lunch buffet in the dining hall.
1:30 – 3:30 p.m.: Workshops, Various LocationsStudents will split from their families to learn about life at Cabrini through informative workshops.


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that's gorgeous, you are highly skilled Bianca Green and i love your patterning choices especially. cheers!
thank you sweet carina! haha, YES sylvia, a quilt for your iPhone :D thank you sweet skye and thank you so much for your lovely works Allan! Means a lot to me (sounds cheesy when i say it but i really MEAN it :)
Thank you Deepti, Ornaart & Katya!! glad you like the colors because i changed the combos a few times to get exactly that kind of overall tone :)
you have a very good eye for details jacqueline. thank you so much! the iphone case already started to sell *happy* :D
that is so nice White Deer, thx!! Thank you Cur3es and thank you so much Terry for pointing that out :D
Thank you all for your support and lovely words ♥
Thank you all for your support and lovely words ♥
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Your work is very good!!
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Calling for a more representative UN Security Council that will be able to reflect today's world, and pertinently address the overwhelming aspirations for Humanism, Democracy, Freedom, Justice, and respect of the Human Rights.
One shot UN reform: replace France and England by India and Japan.
The representativity problem within the UN Security Council would be immediately solved by a single shot: replacing France and England by India and Japan as veto powers – permanent member states of the Security Council. The new situation would not be ideal, but it would be far more appropriate and acceptable than the current status quo.
BERLIN (IDN) - "Security Council reform is sometimes dismissed as a cocktail party pastime for ambassadors, but I think, if it was the case before, those days are definitely over."
This upbeat statement by Zahir Tanin, Afghanistan's Ambassador to the United Nations, in his capacity as chair of the intergovernmental working group referred to protracted negotiations dealing with restructuring and making the vital organ of the world body more democratic.
Tanin told journalists at UN Headquarters in New York that the competition over different reform proposals had ended and intergovernmental negotiations towards compromises are on the agenda of the General Assembly, which comprises of all 192 member states.
The ambassador's optimism was highlighted during the annual debate at the UN headquarters in New York in September. Several government leaders pleaded for revamping the Security Council.
But considering the divergent views among member states, "decisive progress" in restructuring and making the world body's vital organ more democratic still seemed far off as the debate concluded on Sept. 30.
And yet, several reasons set apart the current round of negotiations from previous efforts over the last two decades, says a policy analyst at the Friedrich Ebert Stiftung's New York office.
The first two rounds of the intergovernmental negotiations took place between March and June this year. Moving the discussions out of the deadlocked working group was a step forward as member states for the first time agreed on a document (Resolution 62/557) as a basis for negotiations.
"This achievement," notes Alischa Kugel, "contributed toward at least initial enthusiasm amongst the UN membership, and although delegates complained about the repetitive nature of the different discussions more than two-third of the membership participated in the negotiations, signalling interest and engagement."
"In some instances member states even demonstrated flexibility in their opposing positions, creating room for negotiations," writes Kugel in the briefing paper titled 'Reform of the Security Council – A New Approach?' published end of September.
Of the five main country groups that have come together over time to advocate for reforms they see most pertinent, the following three groups take a particularly strong stance on enlargement of the Security Council that is responsible for maintaining international peace and security.
Seeking permanent representation on the Council are the Africa Group representing the African Union at the UN and the Group of Four (G4) composed of Germany, Japan, India and Brazil.
On the other hand, most vocal members of the group 'Uniting for Consensus' (UFC) -- Italy, Spain, Argentina, Mexico, South Korea and Pakistan -- that are regional counterweights or rivals to the G4 countries, have long supported expansion in only the non-permanent category, arguing that additional permanent seats would create new regional seats of power.
The five permanent members (P5) generally support a modest expansion of the Council. Apart from France and UK that are outspoken supporters of the G4 and African Group to join as new permanent members, however, remain tight-lipped about details of an enlargement, notes the FES paper.
The country groups' opposing positions on enlargement have for years created an impasse in negotiations. "It is therefore surprising that it is in this area that the negotiations actually saw some movement as members of the G4 and the UFC faction moved closer to a possible agreement on Council enlargement by considering the so-called intermediate approach or transitional solution, which exists in various forms," states the paper.
The intermediate approach generally proposes that implemented reforms, such as new permanent members and their privileges, would be reviewed after an agreed time period and reassessed upon performance and feasibility.
Some models of the intermediate approach in addition propose the option of a third membership category of extended seats. Extended seats would serve longer time on the Council than the current two-year term of non-permanent members (with proposals ranging from 3-15 years), and could be extended once the tenure runs out.
Toward the end of the first round, UFC members Colombia and Italy issued a proposal presenting the extended seat with a 3-5 year validity as an option for an extension in Council membership.3 In turn, Germany, member of the G4, indicated their principle interest and support for an intermediate model in the membership category.
The apparent success of the intermediate model prompted some delegates to describe it as a possible solution to break the stalemate in the reform negotiations. But the intermediate approach also has its limitations, writes Kugel.
Other members of the G4, most strongly India that in 2008 called the transitional solution "not a solution but a problem," reportedly do not show support for a possible intermediate model of extended seats.
The African Group also opposes the intermediate approach in saying that it would create second-class permanent members with fewer privileges than the P5.
Major progress of the intermediate model is further hindered by its many variations resulting in a lack of clarity for member states when they are deliberating on the approach. Indeed, in the extended seat category alone, options range from a 3-year term that is re-negotiable to one that is not extendable at all to the long-term option of 15 years and everything in between.
The FES paper envisages that the African Union and the G4, excluding Germany, may remain a major stumbling block for the intermediate approach as these groups have not indicated interest in moving toward an intermediate solution. However, more clarification on what the model would entail, as well as a narrowing down options might entice the groups to actually consider the approach.
The rationale behind the newfound momentum in the negotiations is also a renewed sense of urgency to reform UN structures thrust into the arena by the economic and financial crisis but also by the shortcomings of UN peacekeeping missions, calling into question the Security Council's ability to effectively maintain peace and security.
While the financial and economic crisis provides increased attention on global governance issues in general, the Security Council stands at the centre of the debate around failing peacekeeping missions.
The Council's permanent members seem open to some reforms, such as enlargement and some working method reforms, partly to legitimise their own seats, argues the paper. The vast majority of decisions made by the Council affect African countries that have no permanent representation on the Council.
In order to increase legitimacy for its decisions, the Council recognises that it has to give African countries a stronger voice. Representation by African countries also becomes important as the UN peacekeeping system, including the Council, increasingly acknowledges the role and importance of regional organizations, such as the African Union, in peacekeeping missions.
In a recent Presidential Statement co-sponsored by UK and France, the Council also acknowledged the importance of "ensuring coherence between peacemaking, peacekeeping, peace-building and development," striving for an integrated approach to these issues which implies among other things closer cooperation with non-Council members -- an important aspect of working method reform.
Providing for better geographical representation and improved cooperation with other actors might also help the P5 to avert attention from their disputed use of the veto, which has actually increased over the last decade, notes Kugel.
Between 1990 and 2000 the veto was cast eight times. Between 2000 and 2008, however, the veto has already been used 15 times, most frequently by the U.S. with 10 such votes.
The U.S. plays a key role in Council reforms, and has already made an important step in de-linking Council reform from other reform processes, like for example, management reform. Thus many delegates put hope into the Obama administration, which promises to be a cooperative partner with more interest in effective multilateral institutions than its predecessor.
At least rhetorically this seems to be the case -- in action the U.S. is so far holding back. In a speech at New York University in August, U.S. Ambassador to the UN Susan Rice spoke about her country's new approach to the world body but generally stayed rather vague and did not mention Security Council reform.
Some UN delegates have spoken of a need to bring pressure to bear on the current negotiations by outlining a timeframe by which the deliberations will have to come to a conclusion and suggested 2010 as a possible setting.
Others, however, were deeply concerned about pressuring member states into any kind of timetable, warning of a repetition of the frantic discussions that closed the last session of the General Assembly. In the previous months there were rumours of the president of the General Assembly Miguel d'Escoto Brockmann wanting to include a timetable in the last round of negotiations. These aggravated concerns about a timetable.
Mistrust runs deep among the different country groups, and pushing for a timetable might be seen by some as trying to get a quick fix to Council reform, fortifying the mistrust, avers the FES paper.
Successful continuation of negotiations will also depend on the ability and commitment of the new General Assembly president Ali Abdessalam Treki of Libya. Accordong to Kugel, some see his African background as a possible advantage, as he may be able to move the African Group toward a more flexible position on reform. (IDN-InDepthNews/03.10.09)
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Security Council membership
The UN Security Council's membership has remained virtually unchanged since it first met in 1946.
Great Britain, the United States, the then Soviet Union, China and France were designated permanent members of the UN's most powerful body.
Initially, six other countries were elected to serve two-year spells on the council – in 1946 they were Australia, Brazil, Egypt, Mexico, the Netherlands and Poland.
Australia had last had a seat on the Council in 1985–86, and that it was among the first six non-permanent members to serve on the Security Council in 1946–47. In subsequent years, Australia served on the Council every ten or eleven years. Australia won seats on the Security Council in 1946–47, 1956–57, 1973–74, and 1985–86.
The number of elected members, who are chosen to cover all parts of the globe, was increased to 10 in 1965. They are currently Belgium, Burkina Faso, Costa Rica, Croatia, Indonesia, Italy, Libya, Panama, South Africa and Vietnam.
Decisions made by the council require nine "yes" votes out of 15. Each permanent member has a veto over resolutions.
The issue of UN reform has long been on the agenda. One suggestion is that permanent membership could be expanded to 10 with India, Japan, Germany, Brazil and South Africa taking places. Any reform requires 128 nations, two-thirds, to support it in the assembly.
April 15 2003
Australian Prime Minister wants to kick out France from the UN Security Council.
http://www.theage.com.au/articles/2003/ ... 36432.html
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UN debates new Security Council
China: UN Security Council reform should be broadened.
http://www.chinadaily.com.cn/china/2008 ... 042902.htm
BEIJING -- China supports the necessary and appropriate reform to the UN Security Council (UNSC), however, all plans should undergo broad and democratic discussions, said the Foreign Ministry.
Vice Foreign Minister He Yafei made the remarks Friday morning when briefing the reporters on Premier Wen Jiabao's attendance at the UN meetings.
Wen will attend the UN high-level meeting on the Millennium Development Goals (MDGs) scheduled for September 25 in New York, as invited by UN Secretary-General Ban Ki-moon, and attend the general debate of the 63rd session of the UN General Assembly.
The minister said China supported the necessary and appropriate reform to the Security Council, which aims to enhance its authority and efficiency. The reform should give priority to the African countries, which are under-represented on the Council. The reform should also tackle the easy problems first, before moving on to the hard ones, he added.
"Since the Security Council is an important organ for maintaining international security and world peace, any reform plans should go through broad and democratic discussions, and get the consensus of as many countries as possible," He said.
As for the permanent membership of Japan, He said China positively valued the path of peaceful development taken by Japan after World War II, and was willing to see that Japan played a bigger and a constructive role in international affairs.
"The Security Council reform needs a decision of all UN member countries after patient and in-depth discussions. China is willing to have dialogues with all sides including Japan on this issue, and find a plan acceptable to all sides," He said.
He also spoke highly of the recent development in Sino-Japanese ties, saying this development of bilateral relations is not only in the interests of the two peoples, but also conducive to peace and development in Asia and the world.


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Acute cerebellar ataxia is sudden, uncoordinated muscle movement due to disease or injury to the cerebellum in the brain.
Cerebellar ataxia; Ataxia - acute cerebellar; Cerebellitis; Post-varicella acute cerebellar ataxia; PVACA
Acute cerebellar ataxia in children, especially younger than age 3, may occur several weeks after an illness caused by a virus.
Viral infections that may cause this include chickenpox , Coxsackie disease, Epstein-Barr, and echovirus .
Other causes of acute cerebellar ataxia include:
Ataxia may affect movement of the middle part of the body from the neck to the hip area (the trunk) or the arms and legs (limbs).
When the person is sitting, the body may move side-to-side, back-to-front, or both. Then the body quickly moves back to an upright position.
When a person with ataxia of the arms reaches for an object, the hand may sway back and forth.
Common symptoms of ataxia include:
The doctor will ask if the person has recently been sick and will try to rule out any other causes of the problem. Brain and nervous system examination will be done to identify the areas of the nervous system that are most affected.
The following tests may be ordered:
Treatment depends on the cause:
People whose condition was caused by a recent viral infection should make a full recovery without treatment in a few months. Strokes, bleeding, or infections may cause permanent symptoms.
Movement or behavioral disorders may (rarely) persist.
Call your health care provider if any symptoms of ataxia appear.
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LaRussa PS, Marin M. Varicella-zoster virus infection. In: Kliegman RM, Stanton BF, St. Geme JW III, et al., eds. Nelson Textbook of Pediatrics. 19th ed. Philadelphia, PA: Elsevier Saunders; 2011:chap 245.
Steinlin M. The continuum of parainfectious reactions of the cerebellum in childhood. Neuropediatrics. 2012;43:238-239.
Subramony SH, Xia G. Disorders of the cerebellum, including the degenerative ataxias. In: Daroff RB, Fenichel GM, Jankovic J, Mazziotta JC. Bradley's Neurology in Clinical Practice. 6th ed. Philadelphia, PA: Elsevier Saunders; 2012:chap 72.
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Jon Heyman of CBS Sports reports that the Giants don't appear interested in trying to acquire Allen Craig from the Red Sox.
Jesse Sanchez of MLB.com reports that Cuban infielder Hector Olivera has been declared a free agent by Major League Baseball and is free to sign with any club.
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greeney2 wrote:I understand completly what happened now Knucklehead!
* Same old same old ... You are just as charming here as you are in the mods' board. - And just as deliberately obtuse.
If that is the PM SWR sent you its completley makes sence if you go back to the Tom Hanks post. I entered my input about WW2 vets in my marine corp Squadran to which you replied with insults to me.
* I responded to your irrelevant and insulting post in a mild and measured manner.
Billy than replied to not pay attention to you Mael, triggering you to quote that and write what you did with 3 lines only.
* Yes. Billy phrased it rudely and I reponded by protesting. You, Billy and at least two other mods are the ones who need moderating.
SWR quoted those 3 lines and sent you this PM that was the complete quote of Billy and you with the misterous #3 line
"Please refrain from fighting on my thread dear boy...Thank You"
That was SWR message to you to knock it off and the only thing he did was to accidently enter it within your own text, and not at the bottom of the PM to you. He further in the Tom Hanks post warns you and billy to stop it with his Nigfis bare.
READ THRU IT STEP BY STEP AN THATS ALL THAT HAPPENED--A SIMPLE MISPLACEMENT OF THE PM TO YOU BY SWR "Please refrain from fighting on my thread dear boy...Thank You"
* You've got to be sh!tting me! On line three of a four-line post? Is he blind? Blind drunk?
* And from what you say I can logically deduce he did not mention it in the mods' board, so that's highly irregular - I'm sure John can appreciate how strange what you say is in the light of every problem or warning (official or unofficial) being written for everyone to see and be able to comment on.


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Pericardial fluid culture is a test performed on a sample of fluid from the sac surrounding the heart to identify organisms that cause infection.
See also: Pericardial fluid gram stain
Culture - pericardial fluid
Some people may have a cardiac monitor placed before the test to check for heart disturbances. Patches called electrodes will be placed on the chest, similar to during an ECG. A chest x-ray or ultrasound may be done before the test.
The skin of the chest will be cleaned with antibacterial soap. A trained physician, often a cardiologist, inserts a small needle into the chest between the ribs into the thin sac that surrounds the heart (the pericardium). A small amount of fluid is removed.
You may have an ECG and chest x-ray after the test. Sometimes the pericardial fluid is taken during open heart surgery.
The sample is sent to a lab, where special techniques are used to grow bacteria in samples of the fluid. It can take a few hours to several weeks to get the test results, depending on the type of organism.
You will be asked not to eat or drink anything for several hours before the test. You may have a chest x-ray or ultrasound before the test to identify the area of fluid collection.
You will feel some pressure and discomfort when the needle is inserted into the chest and the fluid is removed. Your doctor should be able to give you pain medicine so that the procedure does not hurt very much.
Your doctor may order this test if you have signs of a heart infection or if you have pericardial effusion .
The test may also be done if you have pericarditis .
A normal result means no infectious organisms are found in the fluid sample.
Abnormal results may be due to an infection of the pericardium. The specific organism causing the infection may be identified. Additional tests may be needed to determine the most effective treatments.
Complications are rare but include:
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I originally tried this one on a whim ... the novelty of an organically produced tobacco plant sounded interesting. Turns out, I love everything about this cigar. The first one I tried was a Robusto that had a tough draw ... the hardest I've ever encountered. I smoked it right out of the delivery box. I couldn't get myself to throw it away, though, because of the great flavor. The rest have been perfect in every way. I really like the mild character and the sweet tobacco flavor. This cigar has everything I like.
I've tried Churchill, Toro and Robusto sizes. They've all been great. I guess I find it odd that the Churchill and Robusto were rated better than this Toro.(?) The entire line is a little pricey for me, so I watch for the sales and try my hand on the auction site to sneak a deal. I'll try to always keep these stocked in my humidor ...
Rudy in Wisconsin January 1, 2013
"Great day-time smoke"
My usual evening smokes are very full bodied, full flavored sticks, usually with dark oily wrappers. I originally tried the Plasencia line because they are organic & have over the years tried all of their models. For my tastes I have found these toros to be a wonderful day-time smoke. To compensate for their mildness I found that I began inhaling a bit of the smoke through my nose as I puff. The flavor & scent together make a great smoking experience. Also, it is worth noting that I have gone through many many boxes of Plasencias (all shapes & sizes) over the years & every stick has been well made & has drawn perfectly. Cheers
Owen in Seattle, WA March 1, 2012
Either they've changed the blend recently, or I have a weird palate, cuz there ain't nothin' mild about these. I've gone through 2 boxes of robustos, this is my first toro. Alot of flavor, amazing aroma. The PRO would be one of my favorites even if they weren't "organic".
borndead1 in Kalamazoo, MI October 10, 2007
"Above average Quality"
This is a above average permium smoke. Its very light in flavor but complex. A real wood chip type smoke with lots of earthy flavors. I think this is a very well made cigar. I would give the construction a 9 out of 10. Plasencia is a very very good cigar maker but the cigar does lack strength. This is a really good cigar for the smoker that smokes once a month. This cigar is way overpriced and I think its not worth more than $4 a stick.
MR T in Midwest September 10, 2007
"A Good Cigar...A Mediocre Draw...A Little Pricey"
This is not a bad cigar. It has a clean tobbaco taste with a great aroma. It has the tendency to draw a little tight with many of the cigars in the box and this takes away some from the enjoyment. When it does draw well, you get a good volume of smoke. It is a mild cigar with not a lot of subtleties, but if you like a clean tobacco taste in a mild cigar then this is the one, once you get around the draw problem. It improves with a couple of months in the humidor. A good first cigar to start the day on with a cup of coffee. I would strongly recommend this one if the price was for $80 a box or less, but for what they are going for, there are better ones out there. A good cigart to win on an auction.
saxjazzman in West Point November 26, 2006
"The Best"
I've tried just about every brand of cigar. After experiencing the Plasencias: From now on I'm strictly smoking the organics.
Philip Leo in Illinois April 28, 2006
"Nice cigar, fine construction, too tight"
This cigar has a warm brown knobby wrapper, packed en cedro, which gives it a rich aroma before lighting. The presentation is unusually nice, the cedar is tight, the yellow of the band sets off the color of the cigar. The packing is tight and consistent, easy to clip or notch, but the draw is a bit hard. This makes the smoke wetter than it needs to be, and quite strong, as well, as the warmed filler delivers a lot of nicotine from the beginning. The complex flavor changes throughout, rather rich and heavy for a supposedly mild cigar. The ash is very white and smooth, smoother than the wrapper and forms 1 ½ inch without trouble, because of the dense packing. A flavorful cigar, but just a bit grassy, probably from the tight packing.
Overworked in CA April 11, 2006
"good mild cigar"
Tasty consistent mild stick. Normally way too expensive but well worth the $70 I paid on auction for a box of the toros. Seem to get better after a month in the humidor.
ed5881 in ohio April 2, 2005
"Try these if you like a mild cigar!"
I had to see what all the hubbub was about on the smokes. They are everything the critics said, completely enjoyable right to the end.
John Israel in Carriere, MS March 20, 2005
fairly tasty stick---pretty one dimensional and had to correct burn way too often---unless you get them on the auction save your money. there are many brands for far less money that are better smokes---this review is for the 7x48 churchill
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A trip to the Island
On Friday morning, Hall of Fame director of security Evan Chase and I were picked up at our hotel and driven to the Sports Museum of Puerto Rico in Guaynabo by local baseball historian extraordinaire Jorge Colon Delgado. Jorge also met us at the airport on arrival Thursday night, and he has been exuding excitement about our visit from the first minute.
Bringing the Hall of Fame plaques of Roberto Alomar, Orlando Cepeda, Roberto Clemente and Tony Perez to Puerto Rico has everyone connected to the Museum feeling giddy. They have been working hard for months in anticipation of our visit. It is obvious that much time has been spent in preparation for this event.
When we arrived at the Museum shortly after 10 a.m. on Friday, we were greeted by Rafi Serrano and a number of his staff who were working hard in final preparation for this evening's extravaganza. The purpose of our morning's visit was to supervise the installation of the four plaques.
It is obvious much care has been taken in order for the presentation of the plaques to look topnotch. The Museum constructed four sided wooden pillars about seven feet high. One side contains the plaque, while the opposite side will house a TV showing highlights from each player. The other two sides contain photos from each player's career from both their time in Puerto Rico as well as the major leagues. One of these pillars has been built for each of the four Hall of Famers.
Several employees jumped right in as the sound of power tools and the sight of screwdrivers became immediately prevalent. The employees all gathered around in excitement as each of the plaques was installed in succession. Everyone was taking photos and each staff member was pitching in. It was a fun moment and obvious to us that just participating in this pre-event was a special moment for each one of our hosts. The installation took about 15 minutes or so for each plaque, finishing up the job in a little over an hour.
Tonight will be the main event and we are all very excited. It is hopeful that the Governor of Puerto Rico will be able to attend, as well as many other local mayors and other dignitaries. And of course Alomar, Cepeda, and Perez will be present, along with Vera Clemente and other members of the Clemente family. It is sure to be a fun-filled evening and an unbridled celebration of Puerto Rican baseball.
The people here are so passionate about the game. Just hearing them talk about their heroes and the anticipation for this evening is enough to make any baseball fan feel humbled, including members of the Hall of Fame staff like myself. It is a reminder what a powerful hold baseball has on many people of various localities around the world. We have been here less than 24 hours and we already feel so very special because of the unbelievable hospitality we have received.
I can't wait for tonight. It is sure to be one special evening filled with smiles, laughter, and perhaps even a few tears. It is wonderful to see how much this game and its history mean to the people of Puerto Rico.
Erik Strohl is the senior director of exhibitions and collections for the National Baseball Hall of Fame and Museum.


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Tendinitis is inflammation, irritation, and swelling of a tendon. This is the fibrous structure that joins muscle to bone. In many cases, tendinosis (tendon degeneration) is also present.
Calcific tendinitis; Bicipital tendinitis
Tendinitis can occur as a result of injury or overuse. It also can occur with aging as the tendon loses elasticity. Body-wide (systemic) diseases, such as rheumatoid arthritis or diabetes, can also lead to tendinitis.
Tendinitis can occur in any tendon. Commonly affected sites include the:
The doctor will perform a physical exam. During the exam, the doctor will look for signs of pain and tenderness when the muscle attached to the tendon is moved in certain ways. There are specific tests for specific tendons.
The tendon can be inflamed, and the skin over it may be warm and red.
The goal of treatment is to relieve pain and reduce inflammation.
The doctor will recommend resting the affected tendon to help it recover. This may be done using a splint or a removable brace. Applying heat or cold to the affected area can help.
Nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory medications (NSAIDs), such as aspirin or ibuprofen, can also reduce both pain and inflammation. Steroid injections into the tendon sheath can also be very useful for controlling pain.
The doctor may also suggest physical therapy to stretch and strengthen the muscle and tendon. This can restore the tendon's ability to function properly, improve healing, and prevent future injury.
In rare cases, surgery is needed to remove the inflamed tissue from around the tendon.
Symptoms improve with treatment and rest. If the injury is caused by overuse, a change in work habits may be needed to prevent the problem from coming back.
Call for an appointment with your health care provider if symptoms of tendinitis occur.
Drezner JA, Harmon KG, O'Kane JW. Sports medicine. In: Rakel RE, ed. Textbook of Family Medicine. 8th ed. Philadelphia, PA: Saunders Elsevier; 2011:chap 29.
Jevremovic T, Asem K, Bonin M, et al. Overview of sport-specific injuries. In: Miller MD, Thompson SR, eds. DeLee and Drez's Orthopaedic Sports Medicine. 4th ed. Philadelphia, PA: Saunders Elsevier; 2014:chap 12.
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McLaren team boss Martin Whitmarsh maintains Sergio Perez and Jenson Button will receive "equal treatment" this season.
Perez has joined McLaren after a successful 2012 campaign with Sauber in which the 22-year-old secured three podium finishes on his way to tenth in the Championship.
Unveiled to the world as a McLaren driver on Wednesday, Perez had his first official walk-about at the Woking factory where he spoke of his desire to not only beat his new team-mate Button but also to win his first drivers' championship title.
"When you come to McLaren, this [winning the title] must be your target, otherwise you shouldn't join McLaren," said Perez. "Everybody here is working for that goal and I'm coming here to do the same."
The McLaren driver's goal has been given a boost by Whitmarsh's confirmation that Perez will receive the same treatment as Button despite the latter having spent more years with McLaren than Perez has even had in Formula One.
"People like to have that debate," Whitmarsh told Sky Sports News.
"The fact is Jenson has got the advantage in terms of knowing the team, he has the experience and he is a world champion.
"Jenson will be very generous with his time and his share his opinions, but when he pulls out of the garage, Jenson will want to beat Sergio and Sergio will want to beat Jenson.
"That is the mentality in our team. They will have equal treatment. I think that competition in the team is good."
As for his new signing, Whitmarsh concedes that only time will tell if in Perez McLaren will have another world champion on the books.
"I am happy at this stage and I am excited as we are about to run the cars. He is very young, very talented and that is exciting.
"We have had the good fortune to bring young drivers through like Lewis Hamilton and Mika Hakkinen and turn them into world champions.
"We don't know if that is going to happen, there is a lot of pressure on Sergio to deliver in this team, but he has impressed me so far."


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The prostate is a gland that produces the fluid that carries sperm during ejaculation. The prostate gland surrounds the urethra, the tube through which urine passes out of the body.
An enlarged prostate means the gland has grown bigger. Prostate enlargement happens to almost all men as they get older. As the gland grows, it can press on the urethra and cause urination and bladder problems.
An enlarged prostate is often called benign prostatic hyperplasia (BPH). It is not cancer, and it does not raise your risk for prostate cancer.
BPH; Benign prostatic hyperplasia (hypertrophy); Prostate - enlarged
The actual cause of prostate enlargement is unknown. Factors linked to aging and changes in the cells of the testicles may have a role in the growth of the gland. Men who have had their testicles removed at a young age (for example, as a result of testicular cancer) do not develop BPH.
Also, if the testicles are removed after a man develops BPH the prostate begins to shrink in size.
Some facts about prostate enlargement:
Less than half of all men with BPH have symptoms of the disease. Symptoms may include:
Your doctor will ask you questions about your medical history and do a digital rectal exam to feel the prostate gland. Other tests you may have include:
You may be asked to fill out a form to rate how bad your symptoms are and how much they affect your daily life. Your doctor can use this score to judge if your condition is getting worse over time.
The treatment you choose will be based on how bad your symptoms are and how much they bother you. Your doctor will also take into account other medical problems you may have.
Treatment options include "watchful waiting," lifestyle changes, medicines, or surgery.
If you are over 60, you are more likely to have symptoms. But many men with an enlarged prostate have only minor symptoms. Self-care steps are often enough to make you feel better.
If you have BPH, you should have a yearly exam to monitor your symptoms and see if you need changes in treatment.
For mild symptoms:
Alpha 1-blockers are a class of drugs that are also used to treat high blood pressure. These medicines relax the muscles of the bladder neck and prostate. This allows easier urination. Most people who take alpha 1-blockers notice improvement in their symptoms. .
Finasteride and dutasteride lower levels of hormones produced by the prostate. These drugs also reduce the size of the gland, increase urine flow rate, and decrease symptoms of BPH. You may need to take these medicines for 3 to 6 months before you notice symptoms getting better. Possible side effects include decreased sex drive and impotence .
Antibiotics may be prescribed to treat chronic prostatitis (inflammation of the prostate), which may occur with BPH. BPH symptoms improve in some men after a course of antibiotics.
Many herbs have been tried for treating an enlarged prostate. Many men use saw palmetto to ease symptoms. Some studies have shown that it may help with symptoms, but results are mixed and more research is needed. If you use saw palmetto and think it works, ask your doctor if you should still take it.
Prostate surgery may be recommended if you have:
The choice of a specific surgical procedure is usually based on the severity of your symptoms and the size and shape of your prostate gland.
Transurethral resection of the prostate (TURP): This is the most common and most proven surgical treatment for BPH. TURP is performed by inserting a scope through the penis and removing the prostate piece by piece.
Simple prostatectomy : An open prostatectomy is usually performed using general or spinal anesthesia. An incision is made through the abdomen or perineum (the area behind the scrotum). Only the inner part of the prostate gland is removed. The outer portion is left behind. This is a long procedure. Most people need to stay in the hospital for 5 to 10 days. This treatment is most often done on men who have very large prostate glands.
Most men who have prostate surgery have improvement in urine flow rates and symptoms.
Other, less-invasive procedures use heat to destroy prostate tissue. None have been proven to be better than TURP. Patients who receive these procedures are more likely to need surgery again after 5 or 10 years. However, these procedures may be a choice for:
Some men may find it helpful to take part in a BPH support groups .
Men who have had BPH for long time with slowly worsening symptom may develop:
BPH may come back over time even after having surgery.
Call your doctor right away if you have:
Also call your doctor if:
Roehrborn CG. Male lower urinary tract symptoms (LUTS) and benign prostatic hyperplasia (BPH). Med Clin North Am. 2011 Jan;95(1):87-100.
McVary KT, Roehrborn CG, Avins AL, et al. Update on AUA guideline on the management of benign prostatic hyperplasia. J Urol. 2011 May;185(5):1793-803. Epub 2011 Mar 21.
McNicholas TA, Kirby RS, Lepor H. Evaluation and nonsurgical management of benign prostatic hyperplasia. In: Wein AJ, ed. Campbell-Walsh Urology. 10th ed. Philadelphia, PA: Saunders Elsevier; 2011:chap 91.
Scott Miller, MD, Urologist in private practice in Atlanta, GA. Also reviewed by David Zieve, MD, MHA, Bethanne Black, and the A.D.A.M. Editorial team.
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