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Published: August 19, 2013
Genital Herpes… or The “Silent Bug” Herpes infections are caused by the herpes silmplex virus. While labial herpes (sores on the lips) are caused by herpes simplex virus type 1 (HSV-1), genital herpes is mostly caused by herpes simplex virus type 2 (HSV-2); HSV-1 may also be transmitted during oral sex and cause genital herpes. … Continue reading Genital Herpes… The "Silent Bug"
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Published: August 16, 2013
HPV in Men, It Is Now Affecting More Men… Human papillomavirus (HPV) is the most commonly contracted STD which usually results in genital and anal warts and we keep getting more reports of HPV in men. Some strains of the human papillomavirus may also lead to cancer, with cervical cancer being the most commonly observed type. Just … Continue reading HPV in Men
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Published: August 15, 2013
Human Papillomavirus Symptoms Human Papillomavirus (HPV) has recently been reported with increased number of infections. During the last 30 years of my practice, I have seen and treated many patients with genital warts; recently I have been seeing more patients, especially youngsters, who come in for treatment of genital warts caused by human papillomavirus (HPV). While the infection with HPV … Continue reading Human Papillomavirus Symptoms and Treatment
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Published: August 14, 2013
Human Papillomavirus (HPV): Infection or Cancer? Human Papillomavirus (HPV) has recently been reported with increased number of infections. During the last 30 years of my practice, I have seen and treated many patients with genital warts; recently I have been seeing more patients, especially youngsters, who come in for treatment of genital warts caused by human papillomavirus … Continue reading What is HPV? Human Papillomavirus, Infection or Cancer?
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Published: August 13, 2013
What Is Erection? How Does It Happen? Physiologically, erection is triggered by the parasympathetic division of the autonomic nervous system (ANS), causing nitric oxide (a vasodilator) levels to rise in the trabecular arteries and smooth muscle of the penis. The arteries dilate causing the corpora cavernosa of the penis (and to a lesser extent the corpora spongiosum) to fill with blood; simultaneously the ischiocavernosus and bulbospongiosus muscles compress the veins of the corpora cavernosa restricting the egress and circulation of … Continue reading What is Erection? How does an Erection Happen?
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Published: August 9, 2013
Syphilis Treatment and Prevention Syphilis is one of the more serious STDs that needs early diagnosis and syphilis treatment. Transmitted during sexual activity, syphilis is caused by the spirochete (corkscrew formed) bacterium Treponema pallidum. If syphilis is not diagnosed and appropriately treated, it may cause serious health conditions and even death. Syphilis is transmitted from person … Continue reading STD: Syphilis Treatment and Prevention
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Published: August 8, 2013
Syphilis: Corkscrew Bugs Causing Serious Health Conditions…
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Published: August 5, 2013
Yeast Infections or Candidiasis Our skin is usually colonized with many bacteria and fungi. While the natural balance is intact, no infection or irritation occurs. If for some reason (immune deficiency, medication, warm and moist milieu, etc.) the balance has been disrupted, some of the “good” bugs become enemies and cause infection when the chance … Continue reading Yeast Infections or Candidiasis
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Published: August 1, 2013
Sex After Heart Attack, Are You Ready for This? Sexuality and intimacy has always been a subject most of the patients are hesitant to speak about. Especially with increasing age, and other health issues, some patients hesitate even more to talk about their overall sexual health. The subject of sexual activity becomes even more worrisome for … Continue reading Sex After Heart Attack? Are you Ready for this?
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Published: July 30, 2013
Aging and Decreased Libido It’s natural for men to notice a decreased libido or sex drive as they age. The degree of this decline varies, and most men maintain at least some amount of sexual interest well into their 60s and 70s. That is how men may experience decreased libido or sex drive later in … Continue reading Decreased Libido by Age
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