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Kidney Stone Classification

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 […]

Phimosis and Paraphimosis

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 […]

How to Quit Smoking

How to Quit Smoking Whether you are a chain smoker or a teen smoker, quitting can be tough. However, there are different options to break the addiction. For somebody who has been smoking all through their life, it can be the toughest things to do on earth, but with a resolve to overcome addiction, you […]

Shellfish Toxicity

Shellfish Toxicity Shellfish toxicity refers to poisoning caused by eating shellfish including clams, oysters, mussels, or scallops. Molluscan shellfish often contain marine biotoxins which can cause food poisoning. Marine biotoxins are produced by microscopic algae in very small amounts which are normally harmless. However, in the presence of abundant sunlight, warm temperatures, and water that […]

Probiotic Foods and Supplements

Probiotic Foods and Supplements Probiotics can be defined as live microorganisms, such as bacteria and yeasts, which are consumed for health benefits. For a microbe to be called a probiotic, it must be alive when it is being administered, there must be a documented health benefit associated with it, and it must be administered in […]

Semen Analysis

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, […]

Urethral Wart

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 […]

How Changing Female Hormones Affect Sexuality

How Changing Female Hormones Affect Sexuality Hormones play multiple roles in human body. In women, there are significant changes in hormones with age, and levels of estrogen, progesterone, and testosterone normally decline during and after menopause. The female hormones affect sexual desire and functioning. Female Hormones and Sex Life Testosterone plays a crucial role […]

Caffeine Benefits and Risks

Caffeine Benefits and Risks About 90% of adults consume caffeine in one or another daily. Most common caffeinated drinks include tea and coffee. Most of us need these caffeinated beverages to kick-start our day, for we believe caffeine improves our mood. Since it injects adrenaline into our system, caffeine is a metabolism and energy booster […]

Suspensory Ligament Release for Penile Lengthening

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 […]

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