Sometimes, you don’t want to talk about what goes on “down there.” It might make you feel a little uncomfortable, or maybe discussing genitourinary issues just isn’t for you. Despite these hesitancies, maintaining your genital and urinary tract health is … Continue reading
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5 Things You Should Know About Erectile Dysfunction
Erectile dysfunction can be an embarrassing and frustrating condition, regardless of how long you have suffered from it. When it comes to sexual problems, it’s a good idea to become familiar with the facts. The more you know about the … Continue reading
New Study Shows Increased Erectile Dysfunction among Military Men
Men ages 40 and younger who are enlisted in the U.S. military are at an increased risk of having erectile dysfunction when compared to men of similar ages who are not enrolled in the military, according to a new study. … Continue reading
Diabetics with Major Depression More Likely to Develop Kidney Failure, a New Study Shows
There is a higher risk of developing kidney failure in diabetics suffering from major depression than in ones without depression, according to a new study. The observational cohort study , the first of its kind to indicate a link between … Continue reading
Honey: Nature’s Aphrodisiac
Among its many uses, honey is often cited as a natural aphrodisiac. It makes sense, since honey is rich in boron (a substance that promotes testosterone production). It is said that honey can enhance testosterone in the bloodstream, thereby increasing libido … Continue reading
Why Do Men Avoid the Urology Doctor?
Did you know that men are 70 percent less likely than women to see a doctor when confronted with a medical problem? According to Discovery Fit & Health, this trend is especially popular in men who do not have access … Continue reading
Why You Should Be Proactive About Urology Health
Kidney stones occur when the chemicals in urine do not properly break down tiny crystals that form in the urinary tract. If they stay small enough, they will pass through the tract without being noticed. If they grow too large, … Continue reading
Why Your Urologist Wants You to Quit Smoking
Everyone knows that smoking cigarettes/tobacco can cause a number of respiratory and cardiovascular problems. A lesser known fact is that smoking can also contribute to a number of urology problems including erectile dysfunction and prostate cancer. If you think you … Continue reading
The Gym Equipment that Could Be Causing Your Urology Woes
You may want to think twice about a nice hot sweat in the sauna next time you’re at the gym. A recent study found that men who went to a sauna for 15 minutes twice a week for three months … Continue reading