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September is prostate cancer awareness month. This is the time to become aware of the alarming stats of prostate cancer, including projected 2015 numbers.
A vasectomy reversal, also known as a vasovasostomy, is a surgical procedure where the tubes are reconnected. A vasovasostomy is considered an outpatient procedure, so an overnight hospital stay isn’t necessary. Before considering a vasectomy or a vasectomy reversal, it’s important to know the risks associated with the reversal of the procedure.
According to the National Cancer Institute, prostate cancer is the most common cancer in men in the United States, after skin cancer. The prostate is a gland about the size of a walnut located just below the bladder. It is responsible for producing important fluid for reproduction.
Erectile Dysfunction can be an embarrassing thing or an uncomfortable topic for many, but it’s actually very common among older men. We want to provide you with some basic answers, but it’s still important to have an open dialogue about ED with your doctor by using the following questions: What is erectile dysfunction?
Testosterone is an important hormone for men. It plays a role in sexual health, hair growth and emotions. A decrease in testosterone is normal as men age. However, it can affect men of every age. Below are the most common warning signs of low testosterone:
Approximately 30 million men in the United States suffer from erectile dysfunction. Even though age is the main reason for men having the inability to get an erection, there are a few surprising causes of ED.
Kidney stones are collections of salt and mineral in the urine. Though they aren’t a serious condition, kidney stones can cause severe pain. If you’re prone to kidney stones, avoid the following foods:
Circumcision is a surgical procedure to remove the skin at the tip of the penis, or the foreskin. The foreskin contains nerves, blood vessels and muscles to protect the rounded tip of the penis. When a boy is first born, the foreskin is stuck to the penis.
A vasectomy is considered a permanent form of birth control. However, it is possible to have a vasectomy reversal if you decide you want to be fertile.
It burns when you urinate, you’re in the bathroom frequently and your urine smells. You definitely have a urinary tract infection…or do you? UTI symptoms are actually very general and can often be the symptoms of other underlying conditions.
