Nov

Penile Tumors | Penile Cancer | Causes, Diagnosis and Treatment

Published: November 12, 2014

Penile Tumors While relatively rare, penile tumors do occur. They are most commonly diagnosed in South and Latin America, along with Third World countries. Learn what causes penile tumors, how they are diagnosed and how they are treated. Causes of Penile Tumors The cause of a penis tumor is penile cancer. This cancer is … Continue reading Penile Tumors | Penile Cancer | Causes, Diagnosis and Treatment →

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Nov

What is Balanitis? Causes and Treatment

Published: November 11, 2014

What is Balanitis? Balanitis refers to an inflammation of the head of the penis (or glans). Inflammation of the under-surface of the foreskin is technically called ‘posthitis’ but the term is rarely used today and balanitis has come to mean inflammation of either glans penis or foreskin or both. Causes of Balanitis Many factors … Continue reading What is Balanitis? Causes and Treatment →

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Nov

What Is Biopsy?

Published: November 10, 2014

What Is Biopsy? Definitions a “biopsy” is defined as ‘the process of removing a sample of body tissue to examine for then presence of disease. There are many reasons for requiring a biopsy but the most common is to help determine if cancer is present in the tissue being biopsied. Biopsies can be done in a … Continue reading What Is Biopsy? →

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Nov

HIV & AIDS Fear and Anxiety

Published: November 7, 2014

HIV & AIDS Fear and Anxiety Perhaps one of the most feared medical diagnoses which patients would not want to hear is the diagnosis of being Human Immunodeficiency Virus positive (HIV+). The fear of being infected with HIV is not uncommon. However, for some, this fear can be debilitating and can impact their daily activities … Continue reading HIV & AIDS Fear and Anxiety →

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Nov

Diet for Kidney Stone Prevention

Published: November 6, 2014

Diet for Kidney Stone Prevention Isn’t it amazing how two small bean shaped organs (about 4 to 5 inch in length) are capable of filtering about 180 liters of plasma each day? Or in other words, an average set of kidneys filter your entire plasma volume about 60 times every single day to dispose-off toxins … Continue reading Diet for Kidney Stone Prevention →

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Nov

Bladder Control Problems in Women

Published: November 5, 2014

Bladder Control Problems in Women Bladder is one of the essential components of a functional urinary system. It is located in the pelvic region in close proximity to organs like vagina, uterus, cervix and median umbilical ligament (in females). Human urinary bladder is a pouch like structure that serves two important functions in the body; … Continue reading Bladder Control Problems in Women →

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Nov

Psychological Effects of a Vasectomy

Published: November 4, 2014

Psychological Effects of a Vasectomy The decision to get a vasectomy can be a major step in a man’s life. For many, it can mark the end of the male’s fertility, which can be met with relief and/or sadness. With the ability to have intercourse without the risk of an unwanted pregnancy, it can give … Continue reading Psychological Effects of a Vasectomy →

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Nov

Early Prostate Cancer Detection

Published: November 3, 2014

Early Prostate Cancer Detection According to the latest statistics reported by American Cancer Society (1), prostate cancer is the second most frequently reported malignancy in males. However, with early detection and prompt treatment, most cases can be resolved completely without affecting the overall survival rate and life span of the patient. The 5-year survival rate … Continue reading Early Prostate Cancer Detection →

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Oct

Practicing Safe Sex During the Holidays

Published: October 31, 2014

Practicing Safe Sex During the Holidays The holidays are generally considered to be a happy period of time filled with celebrations, gatherings, good food and great times. It is no wonder that according to a recent study, in the past 3 years there has been an increase in new STD incidences reported in January of … Continue reading Practicing Safe Sex During the Holidays →

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Oct

Hot Flashes or Flashes in Men

Published: October 30, 2014

Hot Flashes or Flashes in Men Flushing or hot flushes are synonymous words for the episodes of sensation of increased warmth usually in the upper body and face. Technically hot flushes is the correct term, but hot flashes seems to be commonly used. Hot Flashes Hot flashing occurs with a reddening of the skin … Continue reading Hot Flashes or Flashes in Men →

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Penile Tumors | Penile Cancer | Causes, Diagnosis and Treatment

What is Balanitis? Causes and Treatment

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Bladder Control Problems in Women

Psychological Effects of a Vasectomy

Early Prostate Cancer Detection

Practicing Safe Sex During the Holidays

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