Men Beware Of Bladder Cancer

Men Beware Of Bladder Cancer

If there’s a cancer that men are more likely to get than women it is bladder cancer.  Bladder cancer is the fourth most common malignancy in the United States and is also considered one of the 10 deadliest cancers.

 

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5 Substances That May Cause Erectile Dysfunction

5 Substances That May Cause Erectile Dysfunction

Did you know that about 25 percent of all erectile dysfunction cases are caused by some type of medication side effect? This is one of a few reasons why erectile dysfunction (ED) is more common among men as they get older. Older men tend to be on at least one medication to a number of different medications. It is possible that at least one of them is causing side effects that result in ED.

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What is testicular torsion?

What is testicular torsion?

Testicular torsion – sounds painful, right? Testicular torsion occurs when a testicle twists on the spermatic cord that allows blood to flow to the testicle. The lack of blood flow to the testicle causes a great deal of severe pain and swelling which often appears rather suddenly. Testicular torsion is a serious medical emergency that requires immediate treatment. If testicular torsion is left untreated, the testicles can become permanently damaged.

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What is a varicocele?

What is a varicocele?

A varicocele is inflammation or swelling that occurs in the scrotum. It is when the veins in the scrotum become enlarged. They are most common among males between the ages of 15 and 25 years old. They also usually occur on the left side of the scrotum (left testicle). About 15 to 20 percent of males in the United States have varicoceles.

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Man Up: 5 Ways to Take Control of Your Health This Summer

Man Up: 5 Ways to Take Control of Your Health This Summer

When men are young, they act as if they’ll live forever.  The modern saying “you only live once,” which usually precedes some not so prudent, albeit moronic behavior, perfectly illustrates this feeling of immortality.  As men age, this disregard spills over into the way they treat their health.  Healthcare for men tends to be reactive rather than proactive.  This means, unless something is broken, or chronically hurting, there is no reason to visit the doctor.  We are here to tell men to get it together, and get proactive.  It’s time to take charge of your health.

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Watermelon is the best fruit for Men’s Health

Watermelon is the best fruit for Men’s Health

nd the winner is watermelon. Researchers analyzed many fruits for men’s health and found watermelon to be comprehensively the overall best fruit for men to consume for their overall health. Important factors for men's health are:

  1. Impact on prostate health
  2. Sexual health
  3. Overall well-being
  4. Brain health
  5. Hydration

Watermelon is composed of 92% water, manages to provide a wealth of important nutrients and health benefits for men and has a minimal amount of calories, therefore can be consumed in high quantities. 

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How to stop premature ejaculation

How to stop premature ejaculation

There's no doubt sexual performance is a taboo, nay embarrassing, topic to talk about. But premature ejaculation is one of the most common sexual problem facing younger men, under 40.  There are a wide array of causes, and premature ejaculation doesn't necessarily come from a physical insufficiency as some men might think.  

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Are you taking meds that cause ED?

Are you taking meds that cause ED?

Did you know that about 25 percent of all erectile dysfunction cases are caused by some type of medication side effect? This is one of a few reasons why erectile dysfunction (ED) is more common among men as they get older. 

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Erectile Dysfunction Increases, Penile Implants Decrease

Erectile Dysfunction Increases, Penile Implants Decrease

New research published in the Journal of Sexual Medicine shows that the use of penile prostheses, also known as penile implants, is declining. Experts are perplexed, because the study also identified that the number of men diagnosed with erectile dysfunction increase 165%. Let's explore why.

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7 Health Gifts for Father's Day

7 Health Gifts for Father's Day

It’s all about the men in your life. This week we’re celebrating Men’s Health Week, June is Men’s Health Month and of course we have Father’s Day coming up this Sunday. It’s a time to celebrate all the men in your life: fathers, husbands, brothers, sons, uncles and grandfathers. Helping men live longer, healthier lives is my passion. Here are 7 gift ideas he'll never forget.

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