Radical prostatectomy, which involves removing the entire prostate and some of the surrounding tissue, and erectile dysfunction as a complication is a common occurrence. The entire prostate is removed because on average, a man will have five or more tumors in his prostate, and their exact locations cannot be identified accurately before surgery. Rather than…
Choosing a surgeon for vasectomy should be done in a systematic manner to ensure you find an individual who has had much experience in performing the procedure. The process of choosing a surgeon for vasectomy can begin by asking your family doctor or urologist for referrals. You also can contact your local hospitals and make…
What could a common skin disorder have in common with sexual dysfunction? Results of a new study suggest that men who have psoriasis are at increased risk of erectile dysfunction, according to a team at Taipei Veterans General Hospital. Psoriasis is a skin condition that causes irritated, thick, reddened skin that often has flaky, white…
The forests of Brazil are the home of the tree from which catuaba is derived. This herb contains three alkaloids named catuabine A, B, and C, which are believed to boost sexual function by stimulating the central nervous system. British medicinal plant researcher Michael van Straten claims that catuaba improves libido and erectile dysfunction in…
Treatment of Peyronie’s disease with vitamin E is a natural therapy that can be used to relieve symptoms. Peyronie’s disease, which is also referred to as a curved or bent penis, seems like it is an unlikely condition that could be helped by taking vitamin E, but it may be effective. First it’s important to know that Peyronie’s…
I came across a very illuminating study titled “Physician Recommendations Trump Patient Preferences in Prostate Cancer Decisions.” The researchers polled 257 newly diagnosed low-to-intermediate risk PCa patients after diagnosis but before their next urology consultation. The patients answered questions about their preferences in the following areas: Treatment preference Interest in sex Cancer-related anxiety. The study’s…
Pomegranates are a fruit with an unusual leathery outer rind and spongy interior that is populated with dozens of seeds. These fruits are rich in antioxidants and a phytonutrient called ellagitannin, which is especially helpful in promoting prostate health. If the rough rind is a deterrent to your trying this tasty fruit, pomegranate juice and…
Prostate massage therapy is often used to treat the symptoms of prostatitis and BPH (enlarged prostate) in men as well as for improving sexual health.When it comes to achieving and supporting sexual health, some of the important factors men need to consider are practicing safe sex, maintaining good hygiene, engaging in an active sex life, not smoking…
Testosterone is the main male hormone and is produced in significant amounts by the testicles and in lesser amounts by the adrenal glands. Although both men and women produce testosterone, men make far more of this hormone than do women. As men get older, they often wonder when they should have their testosterone levels checked….
If you are experiencing erectile dysfunction and want to try a pill treatment that produces good results, then you have five options available. All five FDA-approved drugs for erectile dysfunction – Cialis (tadalafil), Levitra (vardenafil), Staxyn (vardenafil), Viagra (sildenafil), and Stendra (avanafil) – work in a similar way, with some slight variations in how long…
Marijuana (cannabis) is the most commonly used illicit drug around the world, especially among young men. Its use is even legal or essentially legal in some states and other areas of the world. Regardless of its status, one of the questions men are asking is, does marijuana affect sex drive in a negative way? Indeed,…
Peyronies disease causes remain somewhat of a puzzle for researchers. However, they have named some possible causes, including trauma, prostate cancer treatment, genetic and other lifestyle issues such as diabetes and erectile dysfunction. Perhaps the most popular theory is that the plaque associated with Peyronie’s disease develops after the penis is subjected to some type of…
How much do you know about erectile dysfunction? Answer True or False to each of the following statements: 1. Most men who experience ED are older than 65 True. However, that does not mean younger men are not affected. The actual statistics are a bit hard to nail down, but according to the National Institutes…
A combination of high testosterone and low estrogen in men may explain why males have more heart disease than premenopausal women. A new study shows that these sex hormones in men have an impact on cardiovascular risk factors that in turn increase a man’s risk of heart disease. Testosterone and heart disease Prior to this…
Coenzyme Q10 for Peyronie’s disease treatment (CoQ10) is a potent antioxidant that is found in every cell in the body. CoQ10 also has demonstrated some benefit in men who have Peyronie’s disease. Peyronie’s disease is a painful condition in which the penis bends or curves in an abnormal manner. The curve is caused by a build-up…
