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Complications of UTI in Women

Complications of UTI In Women Urinary tract infection is characterized by inflammation of the tissues that are responsible for the excretion of urine. Due to anatomical (Anatomical Wiki Page) reasons (such as small urethra, proximity to vagina and anal region) and physiological reasons (changes in the pH and biochemical alterations due to hormones and menstrual […]

Demystifying Male Hypogonadism

Demystifying Male Hypogonadism Male hypogonadism is a condition in which the testicles (Testosterone Replacement Options | Testosterone Deficiency) have impaired ability to produce enough testosterone, which is important for masculine growth during puberty. The testosterone deficiency (Rapid Weight Loss Can Cause Testosterone Loss) may be the result of a congenital abnormality or can develop later […]

Venereal Diseases (VD) | Symptoms | Risk Factors

Venereal Diseases (VD) Venereal Diseases (also known as sexually transmitted diseases/infections) are often acquired by unprotected sexual encounter (Safe Sex Learn More) with an infected partner. The pathogen (usually bacterial or viral) are transmitted by semen, blood, vaginal or other bodily secretions. Some of these infections are also transmitted by non-sexual means such as: Vertical […]

Preparing for Your First ED Exam

Preparing for Your First ED Exam Tests for erectile dysfunction (Erectile Dysfunction Cause) are done to diagnose the real cause for a man’s erection problem. Your doctor will ask you a few questions about your sexual history (Performance Anxiety) and then perform a physical ED exam to find the cause. The physical exam typically involves: […]

Diabetes & ED | Causes | Remedies

Diabetes & ED | Causes | Remedies Erectile dysfunction is a common problem among diabetic men. In fact, statistics reveal that ED affects almost 75 percent of men with diabetes. This means that almost 75 percent of diabetic men are likely to experience some type of erectile dysfunction in their lives. With age, the risk […]

Surgical Treatment of Penile Deformity Due to Curvature Using the Subcutaneous Silicone Implant

Surgical Treatment of Penile Deformity Due to Curvature Using the Subcutanous Silicone Implant A recent publication in the Open Journal of Urology explored the use of a silicone implant in the treatment of penile deformities, either caused by congenital or acquired conditions. Used for patients with deformities with curvature, the Himplant aided in the prevention of surgery associated penile […]

Ureter Structure

Ureter Structure The urinary tract system (Keep Your Bladder Health) comprises of organs that are responsible for production and excretion of nitrogenous waste products that are produced by the body as a result of biological and metabolic processes. The urinary system is composed of: Kidneys – On either side of the posterior abdominal wall (in […]

Analgesics | Varieties

Analgesics | Varieties In simple terms, analgesic means painkillers (Painkillers Wiki Page). Commonly used for pain relief, analgesic drugs work by interacting with the peripheral and central nervous systems to block pain signals and achieve analgesia. Analgesics inhibit the signals from reaching the brain and producing pain sensations. These are primarily divided into the following […]

Sexophobia

Sexophobia Sexophobia, also known as heterophobia, is the fear of the opposite sex. While men and women are created equal, there are still some people who develop a fear of the opposite sex. This is primarily because of a negative experience from the past. For example, a woman might fear all men if she have […]

Pros & Cons | Fat Transfer | Alloderm | Penile Enlargement

Pros & Cons | Fat Transfer | Alloderm | Penile Enlargement Dr. Elist talks about the men’s desire for penile enlargement and explains how different methods of penile enlargement like fat injection or Alloderm insertion work and why penile tissue may absorb or reject these products. Penile Size and Low Confidence in Men Many rather average […]

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