How Do You Know a Men’s Health Clinic is Being Thorough and Safe?
Men’s health clinics are popping up around the country. It can be hard to tell the difference between those that are safe and those that are not. Here’s what you should know about men’s health clinics, what questions to ask and what other options are available.…more
Finding Purpose Through the Pain
At the age of 24, Matt Ode was living a happy life as a personal trainer and had just started a relationship with his new girlfriend. After an unexpected trip to the hospital, he was diagnosed with stage three testicular cancer, which had spread to his small intestine.…more
Living Healthy: Nutrition and Cancer
Eating healthy may play a role in cancer prevention. Many cancers are linked to excess weight. Healthy eating also helps people during cancer treatment and recovery. Chemotherapy, surgery, radiation therapy and other cancer treatments can take a toll on the body. They may affect taste, smell, appetite and the ability to absorb nutrients from food.…more
Understanding Erectile Dysfunction and Penile Implants
Talking about ED can be hard. But there’s good news. There are many ways to treat ED. One way is with a penile implant. A penile implant is a device put into the penis to help men have erections. A penile implant requires surgery and is permanent. It’s usually only offered after men have tried other things like pills, talk therapy or penile injections.…more
Urology Mythbusters 2021
Experts answer your questions! Myths in this issue include urethral strictures, erectile dysfunction medication, being active with an ostomy. …more
Did You Know: How to Preserve Your Fertility if You Have Testicular Cancer
If you are diagnosed with testicular cancer, fertility is not likely to be one of the first things you worry about. But taking steps to preserve your fertility before treatment can lead to a healthy pregnancy for your partner afterwards.…more
Ask the Experts: How Male Pattern Baldness Drugs Affect Screening Tests for Prostate Cancer
Many “miracle cures” claim to make men’s hair grow. You may have seen these ads on TV or in magazines. They are not approved by the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) because they are not effective. But drugs recommended by the American Hair Loss Association are effective. Some drugs for hair loss can affect prostate cancer screening tests. Here’s what you should know.…more
Ask the Experts: When Should I Worry About a Swollen Testicle?
If you notice one of your testicles is swollen, it’s time to see your doctor. A swollen testicle can be caused by a number of health conditions. The good news is most are non-cancerous. Your doctor will examine your testicle to find the cause and decide how, if at all, it needs to be treated.…more
Ask the Experts: When Should Men Get a Testicular Implant?
Testicles, or testes, make male hormones and sperm. Most men are born with two testicles. They are shaped like eggs and are located inside the sac of skin (scrotum) behind the penis.…more