Jun

The Prostate Health Index for Detecting Prostate Cancer

Published: June 10, 2015

The Prostate Health Index for Detecting Prostate Cancer Prostate Health Index (PHI) is a formula that predicts the risk of prostate cancer. The mathematical formula combines total Prostate-specific antigen, free PSA and proPSA to detect prostate cancer risk on biopsy. Additionally, the prostate health index predicts the risk of progression during active surveillance. Unfortunately, prostate … Continue reading The Prostate Health Index for Detecting Prostate Cancer →

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Jun

Kidney Stone Classification

Published: June 5, 2015

Kidney Stone Classification Urine has numerous waste products dissolved in it. At times, when the amount of liquid in the urine is less compared to the waste products, there is formation of crystals. These crystals tend to attract other elements which coalesce together to form a kidney stone. These kidney stones may either get flushed … Continue reading Kidney Stone Classification →

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Jun

Phimosis and Paraphimosis

Published: June 4, 2015

Phimosis and Paraphimosis Phimosis is a condition in which a male is unable to retract the distal foreskin over his glans penis. Phimosis is classified under two headings: Physiologic phimosis Pathologic phimosis Physiologic Phimosis It is a condition that presents itself in nearly all newborn males. According to statistics, by the age of three … Continue reading Phimosis and Paraphimosis →

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May

Semen Analysis

Published: May 29, 2015

Semen Analysis Semen analysis is performed to measure male fertility by examining the amount of semen a man produces during an ejaculation. The basic objective of performing semen analysis is to adjudge the quality and quantity of sperms. Semen analysis is done to assess different parameters such as the sperm count, sperm motility, sperm velocity, … Continue reading Semen Analysis →

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May

Urethral Wart

Published: May 28, 2015

Urethral Wart Genital warts appear as small bumps or fleshy growth on the skin, specifically in or around the genital area or the anal area. Genital warts are easily transmitted through sexual contact with an infected person. In men who are not circumcised, warts are often found on the penis, under the foreskin. They are … Continue reading Urethral Wart →

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May

Suspensory Ligament Release for Penile Lengthening

Published: May 22, 2015

Suspensory Ligament Release for Penile Lengthening Suspensory ligament connects the base of penis to the pubic bone to keep it from moving further outside the pubic area. The suspensory ligament serves a crucially important anchoring role in the male anatomy, especially when the penis is erect. Some surgeons may discuss releasing the suspensory ligament as an … Continue reading Suspensory Ligament Release for Penile Lengthening →

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May

Bisexuality

Published: May 21, 2015

Bisexuality Bisexuality refers to the feeling of getting attracted to members of both the genders. Bisexuals believe that their sexual orientation is fluid and keeps changing with time. People who are bisexual are attracted towards a particular gender but are totally aware that this attraction is not exclusive. However, numerous people who are actually bisexual … Continue reading Bisexuality →

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May

Hydrocele Symptoms, Causes and Treatment

Published: May 20, 2015

Hydrocele Symptoms, Causes and Treatment Hydrocele is the collection of fluid around one or both testicles. This accumulation of fluid leads to swelling up of the scrotal region. According to the American Urological Association, 10% of all male babies born in the US suffer from this condition. However, hydrocele may develop at any stage of … Continue reading Hydrocele Symptoms, Causes and Treatment →

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May

Do You Know Your Sex Hormone Status?

Published: May 15, 2015

Do You Know Your Sex Hormone Status? Sex hormones are responsible for the development of primary and secondary sexual characteristics, control of puberty, production of eggs and sperms, pregnancy, lactation, and child birth. There are three types of sex hormones, namely: the female sex hormone known as estrogen; progesterone which is responsible for preparing the … Continue reading Do You Know Your Sex Hormone Status? →

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May

Heterosexuality

Published: May 14, 2015

Heterosexuality Sexual orientation of a person describes the gender that a person is emotionally, psychologically, and sexually attracted towards. People can be homosexual, bisexual, or heterosexual. Homosexuals are attracted towards the people of the same gender whereas bisexuals are attracted towards people of both the genders. Heterosexuals are people who are attracted towards people of … Continue reading Heterosexuality →

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The Prostate Health Index for Detecting Prostate Cancer

Kidney Stone Classification

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Suspensory Ligament Release for Penile Lengthening

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Hydrocele Symptoms, Causes and Treatment

Do You Know Your Sex Hormone Status?

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