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The male hormone testosterone is a potent chemical messenger directly influencing an array of physiological processes. From functioning as the regulator of a healthy sex drive in men to maintaining the male physique to increasing a man’s competitive nature, testosterone has far-reaching and powerful effects on a man’s body and mind.
Read MoreFor most men, it beats becoming bald. Others think it makes them look “distinguished.” But a group of scientists from Cairo University in Egypt believe that gray hair may be a harbinger of cardiovascular disease (CVD) in men.
Read MoreRecently, the USPSTF published a draft of suggested updates on the prostate cancer screening guideline. “In the new guideline, PSA screening is considered as grade C in men between 55 and 69. This change in grading from grade D to grade C means that men in this age group should be consulted about the PSA test, benefits and harms and decide if they like to perform the test” said urologic oncologist, Dr. Samadi.
Read MoreUndescended testicles also known as cryptorchidism, is when a testicle fails to drop into the normal place in the scrotum. As a baby boy develops inside his mother’s womb, the testicles begin forming in the lower abdomen. About eight weeks before birth, the testicles will move down into the scrotum or the sac that hangs below the penis.
Read MoreVaricoceles are veins that become enlarged inside the scrotum of men – comparable to developing a varicose vein in a leg. The scrotum is a sac that holds the testicles and is part of the male reproductive system that makes, stores, and moves sperm. The testicles make sperm and the hormone testosterone. Sperm that are in the process of maturing will move through the epididymis, a coiled tube behind each testicle.
Read MoreMen can contract breast cancer same as a woman, although the number of cases are very, very rare. It is much more common in older men, although young men are in danger from it as well.
Read MoreRemember the song “Walk like a man” by the Four Seasons? Maybe it wasn’t exactly referring to walk as in getting in more exercise, but we can pretend it was in a subtle way meaning just that. And yes, men should walk – a lot. But unfortunately walking as a legitimate form of beneficial exercise may be seen by some men as being, well, rather unmanly.
Read MoreA Transurethral Resection of the Prostate (TURP) is a surgical procedure to remove excessive growth of the prostate gland, caused by Benign Prostatic Hyperplasia (BPH). The prostate is a small gland within the male reproductive system.
Read MoreIf you have an elevated PSA, you should see a urologist.
Read MoreResearchers at Brigham and Women’s Hospital and the Harvard Medical School found those who replaced one serving of boiled, baked, or mashed potatoes per day with a non-starchy vegetable had a lower risk of hypertension.
Read MoreValentine’s Day is just around the corner. While it is customary for men to get women gifts for this special day, many women will be trying to figure out a way to show their man how much they love them as well.
Read MoreHere are some natural remedies to treat male sexual dysfunction:
Read MoreBreast cancer is not just a woman’s disease. Men can get breast cancer too. The disease is much less common in men than it is in women. Older men are most likely to develop breast cancer.
Read MoreAs we get older, vitamins and nutrients are essential to ward off age-related illnesses. The best way to get those vitamins and nutrients is to eat a healthy, well-balanced diet.
Read MoreAn Orchiectomy is a surgical procedure involving the removal of one or both testicles. It is performed to stop the production of testosterone. This may be done in patients with prostate cancer whose disease has spread beyond the prostate.
Read MoreA study from Houston might give men another reason to drink that morning cup of java they all know and love. Researchers wanted to investigate whether there was an association between caffeine consumption and erectile dysfunction, since caffeine is consumed by more than 85% of adults. Coffee was used to test caffeine in the study because coffee is actually the world’s primary source of caffeine.
Read MoreThere are natural supplements for prostate health are designed to improve the overall health of the prostate gland. They may also decrease the risk of the development of prostate disorders. The following are the ten best supplements for prostate health:
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A French study says men who like spicy food have higher levels of testosterone. The study found that eating chili peppers may raise levels of the testosterone. Chili peppers have also been found to increase testosterone levels in rats.
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Penile cancer in the United States is quite rare. It occurs in less than 1 in 100,000 men and accounts for less than 1 percent of cancers in men in the United States. It is more common in areas of Asia, African, and South America. The most common type of penile cancer is squamous cell carcinoma, which usually forms on or under the foreskin. Signs and symptoms of penile cancer may include discharge, redness, irritation, or sores, a lump on the penis, or bleeding.
Read MoreAccording to a new recommendation from the U.S. Preventive Services Task Force, people 40 or older who are overweight or obese should be tested for abnormal blood sugar levels.
What does having abnormal blood sugar mean? Having abnormal blood sugar means that your body is not breaking down and using sugar the way that it should. This can increase your risk of developing type 2 diabetes.
Having an abnormal blood sugar doesn’t mean you have diabetes, but it does mean you are on your way to developing it. There are three tests your doctor can do to test your blood sugar levels: hemoglobin A1C, fasting plasma glucose, or the oral glucose tolerance test. If your levels come back abnormal on one of them, that may indicate you are at risk for developing type 2 diabetes.
Abnormal levels are between 5.7 and 6.5 percent on the hemoglobin A1C test, between 100 and 125 mg/dL on the fasting plasma glucose test, or between 140 and 199 mg/dL on the oral glucose tolerance test.
This new recommendation is an update of the USPSTF’s 2008 recommendation, which suggested only screening adults with high blood pressure for type 2 diabetes. Now, the organization has reason to believe that people who are overweight (having a BMI of 25 or above) should be screened for abnormal blood sugar levels. They say that this raises the risk of blood sugar problems and heart issues, even if those people are not experiencing any symptoms.
