Questions about vasectomy reversal may be on your mind if you are among the 5% to 10% of men who eventually decide to have their vasectomy reversed. But which questions about vasectomy reversal should men and their partners ask? To help you along, here are the top 10 questions about vasectomy reversal for men and…
Keep working on your abs, triceps, deltoids, and quads, but there’s one more muscle group men should be focusing on as well: pelvic floor muscles. If you want better erections, more lasting power in bed, and control over urinary incontinence, then be sure to add Kegel exercises to your routine. Although Kegel exercises are usually…
Causes of andropause all concern one thing: testosterone. The main cause of andropause is a gradual drop in testosterone levels, and this decline occurs because the testes, which produce testosterone, begin to fail as men get older. More specifically, the Leydic cells, which make most of the testosterone in the testes, do not secrete the hormone…
Tissue graft surgery for Peyronie’s disease is a procedure that involves replacing or expanding scarred penile tissue with healthy tissue or grafts. Men who have a severe bend in the penis (90 degrees or more) or who have a penis with an hourglass deformity are good candidates for tissue graft surgery. Overall, tissue graft surgery…
What is Peyronies disease? Peyronies disease refers to a condition in which there is an abnormal shape to the penis during erection. It is a bend or a curvature of the penis. The condition can vary in severity. Peyronies disease occurs when fibrous scar tissue builds up inside the penis. How common is Peyronies disease?…
Colchicine for Peyronie’s disease is a drug that is typically used to treat gout. In addition to having anti-inflammatory properties, colchicine works by reducing the production of collagen and increasing the activity of collagenase, an enzyme that breaks down collagen. Studies of Colchicine for Peyronie’s Disease Treatment In an uncontrolled trial, 24 men took colchicine for Peyronie’s…
The amount of testosterone your body produces naturally will gradually decline over time, usually after the age of 30. Other factors can also cause a decline in testosterone, such as chronic illness, stress, and treatment for prostate cancer. If you believe you are experiencing low-t, make an appointment with your doctor to discuss your treatment…
Corticosteroids are synthetic drugs that closely resemble a hormone called cortisol, which is produced by the adrenal glands. A significant advantage of corticosteroids is that they can be delivered directly to a treatment site. In the case of Peyronie’s disease, doctors can inject corticosteroids into the plaque (lesions) in an attempt to dissolve them. Several…
The African continent is home to an evergreen tree called yohimbe, which is used to make remedies to treat fever and low libido. Another use for yohimbe bark extract is for treatment of erectile dysfunction. The remedy is available in capsules, tablets, and as a tea, but dosing is difficult. Men who take too little…
Tamoxifen for Peyronie’s disease is an oral nonsteroidal anti-estrogen drug that is typically used to treat breast cancer patients. However, when given to men with Peyronie’s disease, some have reported an improvement in pain, size of plaque, and bend of the penis. These benefits may be associated with the ability of tamoxifen for Peyronie’s disease to promote…
Premature ejaculation is stressful for all men, and it can be especially stressful as you age, because it feels as though most women have expectations that more experienced men are going to be able to control their sexual arousal. One of the ways to manage the situation is to learn how to reduce the anxiety…
Can men be taught to use their mind to control their body? In some cases, yes, but when it comes to using behavioral therapy to treat premature ejaculation, the results of a new review from The Cochrane Library found little reliable evidence to support this approach. To arrive at this conclusion, the reviewers evaluated four…
Sex is neither purely a matter of mechanics nor purely a matter of emotions. It’s in that mysterious meeting place between body and mind. Both need to be fully on board to get the job done. Answer “yes” or “no” to the following to identify where you might need some help: The Sex Audit Do you…
Do you know what it takes to have strong sperm? Why is having strong sperm important? Perhaps the first thing men and women think of when they hear the term “strong sperm” is fertility. When women want to conceive, they have access to much information about what they should eat, the right exercises to do,…
Let’s face it: guys worry about penis size: they check each other out, make comparisons, and take note of ads and articles that promise ways to make their member longer. Some significant anxiety can be generated by men who are concerned about issues such as: what is the average penis size? What are some ways…
Penis pain is something men don’t usually worry about until it happens. When a man’s penis becomes painful, he may feel varying degrees of concern to outright panic, depending on the severity and cause of the pain. Sometimes the cause of penis pain is obvious. Sports injuries, such as getting hit by a baseball or…
A nut is a nut is a nut, right? Well, not really. Although nuts in general are a healthy food, some, like pistachio nuts are better than others when it comes to being a natural remedy for erectile dysfunction as well as helping to lower cholesterol. Many men enjoy taking advantage of pistachio benefits for…
The impact of Peyronie’s disease on your relationship with your sexual partner can be dramatic, and so it’s critical that you establish and keep the lines of communication open between you. As with many things in life, taking the first step is the hardest, and so initiating the conversation can be a challenge. However, here…
Bromelain for Peyronie’s disease is a combination of enzymes, found in the stem and juice of pineapples (Ananas comosus), that have the ability to digest protein. Among the proteins it may break down is collagen, which is the main component in the plaque associated with Peyronie’s disease. Bromelain reportedly can dissolve the peptide bonds that keep…
How much do you know about sperm? Chances are you don’t give these swimmers much thought unless you are interested in having a family or want to avoid pregnancy. However, even if male fertility is not on your mind, there are still some fascinating facts men should know about sperm. There is a lot of…
