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It is estimated that 30 million men in the United States are affected by Erectile Dysfunction (ED). Your chance of developing it increases as you get older and if you take certain drugs like antidepressants and blood pressure drugs. Type 2 diabetes and heart disease can also contribute to erectile issues.
A vasectomy is a common and highly effective form of male contraception. It involves a surgical procedure where the vas deferens, which are the tubes that transport sperm from the testicles to the urethra, are cut, sealed, or blocked to prevent sperm from mixing with semen.
Erectile dysfunction (ED) is a common condition affecting millions of men around the world, often having a significant impact on their self-confidence, relationships, and general life satisfaction. While many individuals find relief through medications, lifestyle changes, or other therapies,
Living with an enlarged prostate—also known as benign prostatic hyperplasia (BPH)—can significantly affect a man’s quality of life, causing symptoms like frequent urination, weak urine flow, or incomplete bladder emptying. Fortunately, advances in treatment have made it easier to manage BPH without invasive surgery.
Am I at high risk for prostate cancer? This is a question many middle-aged men ask their urologists. You know it’s out there, and wonder if you are one of the unfortunate men who will get it. If you are a man and you’re getting older,
If you are thinking about having a vasectomy in the near future, there are many things to consider. Are you absolutely sure you don’t want any more children? Is your partner in full agreement with your decision? Are you positive you wouldn’t want to be a father if you met a new partner?
For some reason female urinary incontinence is not a major topic of conversation among women, although it should be. It is a common problem among 25 – 45% of women over the age of 30 in the United States, and getting all the facts should be worth any embarrassment.
There are few things in life as painful as passing a kidney stone. If you have had one, you know. The problem is that once you have a kidney stone, you are likely to get another one. In fact, you have a 35 to 50% chance of having another within 5 years.
When is the ideal time in a man’s life to have a vasectomy? There is no age or situation that qualifies as the ideal time. It is different for each man. It’s a personal and very private decision that is usually made with his partner and after much thought.
There are many medical conditions that have confusing and erroneous online information. One of these is an enlarged prostate, or BPH. Let’s separate the truth from the myths.