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Spermicidal Condoms – Do they work?

Do Condoms With Spermicide Work? Physical or barrier methods of contraception such as spermicidal condoms are very popular among couples due to ease of use and effectiveness. These condoms are worn over the penis during the act of intercourse to limit the entry of sperms into the vaginal tract. Spermicidal condoms are made up of […]

Loss of Libido in Elderly Women

Loss of Libido in Elderly Women As women age, they tend to lose interest in sex, and sexual relationships. This is especially true for women that are approaching menopause. A new research suggests that genitourinary syndrome of menopause (GSM) is the main reason behind the loss of libido in elderly women. GSM is a wide […]

Peyronie Disease Curved Penis May Increase Cancer Risk

Peyronie Disease Curved Penis May Increase Cancer Risk A curved penis is a complication of diseases like Peyronie’s disease and is characterized by abnormal fibrosis of penile shaft, scarring of penile tissue that ultimately leads to the development of abnormal curvature of the penis. Besides causing cosmetic disfigurement, a curved penis may also present with […]

Risk of Prostate Cancer in Tall Men

Risk of Prostate Cancer in Tall Men Did you know that males who are obese and tall are at much higher risk of developing more aggressive variants of prostate malignancy than their counterparts? Risk of Prostate Cancer in tall men is especially true according to an Oxford study conducted with over 100 thousand men. According to […]

Protecting Your Sperm Cells

Protecting Your Sperm Cells? On an average, the human body produces millions of sperm cells each day within your testicles. The cells that makes up the sperm undergoes cellular division before reaching into the epididymis where these cells undergo final maturation – a process which can take several weeks. A typical sperm cell is made […]

Male Impotency

Male Impotency And How To Address It? Impotency, also known as erectile dysfunction, is a condition in which an affected man is unable to achieve or maintain an erection. It can affect men at any age but, more commonly in older individuals. In the United States, nearly 5% men aged 40 and above and 15% […]

Risk of ADT

The Risk Of ADT According to a new study published in the JAMA Oncology journal, investigators discovered that androgen deprivation therapy in men suffering from prostate cancer is strongly linked to an increased risk of developing dementia. Here we will talk about the risks of ADT. Androgen deprivation therapy has been in use since 1940s […]

ADT for Prostate Cancer and Risk of Cardiac Disease

ADT for Prostate Cancer and Risk of Cardiac Disease Prostate cancer, one of the most common malignancy in males and is strongly linked to the testosterone hormone. Therefore, one of the common approaches to address prostate malignancy is to inhibit the peripheral activity of testosterone by ADT or androgen deprivation therapy. ADT is known to […]

Nerves and Growth of Prostate Cancer

Nerves and Growth of Prostate Cancer Did you know that certain nerves can also play a role in the growth of prostate cancer? According to a new research, certain nerves plays a vital role in the process of carcinogenesis by triggering the formation of new blood vessels that can in turn support the growing cancer […]

How Does Exercise Influence Your Manhood?

How does Exercise Influence Your Manhood? Sub-quality sperms and fertility issues are nerve wrecking for couples. According to new estimates, every 1 of 3 couples are unable to conceive naturally due to poor sperm health. Good news is, with certain exercise regimens, these issues can be tackled. As per a new research published in the […]

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