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Low Testosterone: Signs and Symptoms

Low Testosterone: Signs and Symptoms Testosterone, the male sex hormone produced primarily in the testicles, rises and falls at specific periods in life. There is increased production during puberty, resulting in development of many male characteristics. The levels remain stable for several years after puberty, but around the age of 30 years, testosterone production begins […]

Treatment for Low Testosterone

Treatment for Low Testosterone Testosterone is the primary male reproductive hormone, which regulates several functions in the human body such as maintenance of secondary sexual characteristics, facial hair growth; development of testes, deepening of voice etc. Low testosterone levels in male is a common issue that affect millions of males around the world. The testosterone […]

Foods That Can Boost Testosterone Levels

Foods That Can Boost Testosterone Levels Testosterone is an important male sex hormone that affects many important male sexual functions, in addition to significant effects on muscle, bone health, mood, concentration, and sense of well-being. Most men lose testosterone as they age, and although testosterone supplements are available, they are not recommended for everyone who […]

The Role of Testosterone in Men

The Role of Testosterone in Men Testosterone is a key male hormone primarily produced in the testicles, although small amounts of testosterone are produced in the adrenal glands, located above the kidneys. This potent hormone is necessary for the development and maintenance of male features. Testosterone production is regulated by the hypothalamus and pituitary glands […]

Does Vasectomy decrease sexual drive?

Does Vasectomy decrease sexual drive? Vasectomy is a micro-surgical procedure that is usually performed to achieve permanent contraception in males. Most men are reluctant to consider vasectomy as a preferred method of contraception due to this popular notion that vasectomy adversely affects male libido, sex drive and sexual performance in the bedroom. But is it […]

Penile Cancer in a Nutshell

Penile Cancer in a Nutshell Penile cancer is a cancer that is caused by abnormal (malignant) cells from the tissues of the penis. The penis contains two types of erectile tissue, which is spongy tissue that is filled with blood vessels. Most of the penis is made up of the two bodies of the corpora […]

Does Addyi work?

Does Addyi work? Addyi – also popularly referred to as female Viagra have recently been approved by FDA for use in women with hypoactive sexual desire syndrome. The active compound in Addyi is flibanserin, which is believed to exert its action by improving the biochemical balance in the females to strength libido naturally while reducing […]

What is Advanced Prostate Cancer?

What is Advanced Prostate Cancer? Prostate cancer is considered “advanced” when it has spread beyond the prostate gland. The cancerous cells may spread to adjacent tissues, bones, lymph nodes, or to other parts of the body. If the cancer has spread to the seminal vesicles next to the prostate, it is referred to as “locally […]

Kidney Stones | A Simple Patient Guide

Kidney Stones | A Simple Patient Guide What is a kidney stone? The kidneys filter the blood and form urine. Kidney stones are deposits that form from mineral and acid salts in the kidney. They vary in size from the size of a grain of sand to large stones that can block drainage from the kidneys. Kidney […]

Quality of Life and Male Infertility

Quality of Life and Male Infertility Quality of life is an individual’s perceptions of their position in life in the context of their values and their culture, and also in relation to their goals, expectations, standards, and concerns. Studies have demonstrated that men struggling with infertility and infertility treatment are affected by increased strain and […]

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