Some days you just wake up feeling absolutely exhausted. Getting up in the morning becomes excruciatingly difficult, your body fails to cooperate with you, and you’re stifling a never-ending stream of colds. You might also experience a scratchy throat, digestive problems, and a fever.…
Benign prostatic hyperplasia (BPH) is a non-cancerous medical condition that primarily affects older men. It’s when the prostate gland—a small, walnut-shaped gland that sits just below the bladder—becomes enlarged. As the prostate enlarges, it can squeeze or partially block the urethra—the passageway that carries…
Detecting prostate cancer early in its development gives men the best chance for successful treatment and remission. Most prostate cancers are slow growing; however, some types can grow and spread quickly. It is important to be aware of both the early warning signs of…
Have you ever caught yourself snoozing your alarm to catch more minutes of sleep? Do you often doze during a crucial meeting or on the commute home? If you have done any of those things before, you’re not alone. Feeling tired is a universal…
Has it been excruciatingly difficult to hold urine lately? You might be suffering from a leaky bladder disorder known as incontinence. The first thing you should know is that this condition—although debilitating—isn’t recognized as a disease by most medical professionals. Nonetheless, it can be…
A man’s drive for sex can vary from person to person, and age to age. One person could be enjoying sex well into their 70s, while another could be struggling with erectile difficulties as early as their 40s. However, one thing’s for certain. From…
There comes the point in every man’s life when the body doesn’t respond to sexual intimacy as it once did. The romance and sexual feelings may still burn bright, but the physical toil and effort can dampen sexual desire. While many people dismiss this…
Let’s face the facts, men. Having passionate, steamy sex is an experience unlike any other. While there are couples out there who’ve found the best positions to maximize pleasure, there are many folks that have a less-than-stellar sexual experience with their partner. For instance,…
Imagine this: you’re in the heat of the moment having passionate sex with your partner. Everything’s moving along smoothly, up until you’re in the throes of an orgasm. Despite all efforts to control your urge, you’ve done it—you finished too early. And by early,…
PTSD (or post-traumatic stress disorder) is a mental health condition that can occur in people who have experienced or witnessed a traumatic event. Patients with PTSD usually undergo emotional and psychological distress that significantly affect their quality of life. In addition to the emotional…
The curvature of the penis is a condition that can be congenital (present at birth) or acquired later in life. It is characterized by an abnormal bend in the penis that can make sexual intercourse difficult or impossible. Congenital penile curvature is the term…
Do you feel a burning sensation after ejaculating? Is the pain unbearable and affecting your sex life? Let’s face it, a painful ejaculation (or a painful orgasm) is perhaps one of the worst things a man can face. This feeling, known medically as dysorgasmia…
To answer the question, yes, dehydration can cause erectile dysfunction (ED) temporarily. But how, you ask? Let’s look at the facts. Erectile dysfunction (ED) is a sexual health disorder that affects a high percentage of the male population;approximately 1 out of 10 men may…
Stress is inevitable in everyday life. It can arise from a variety of sources, from the demands of a corporate job to a strain in a personal relationship. But it can also be the cause of several medical conditions, erectile dysfunction (ED) or impotence,…
According to the World Health Organization, “sexual health is a state of physical, emotional, mental, and social well-being in relation to sexuality; it is not merely the absence of disease, dysfunction, or infirmity.” Though, as the World Health Organization implies, dysfunction and disease is…
As you wind down before bed, you tend to involve yourself in some nighttime routine to help you sleep better. For most people, their go-to activities consist of the following: reading a good book having a warm shower talking to their partner to the…
There’s a lot to talk about when it comes to average penis size. If we abide by the technical definition, the penis is a male organ that plays a key role in sexual intercourse and urination. For many men, a larger penis is a…
What comes to mind when you hear the words, “high testosterone”? Masculine and burly men at the gym? Confrontational guys in the bar? A male manager’s unhinged anger issues? Contrary to popular belief, a high testosterone count in men doesn’t correlate with aggressive behavior.…
Gallbladder stone disease—or gallstones—is a condition that affects 10% to 15% of the US population according to the National Institute of Diabetes and Digestive and Kidney Diseases. That is the equivalent of 25 million people. It’s something that people have to look out for…
Did you know that the pelvic floor muscles in a male body help a man achieve an erection? When these muscles are strong, men tend to have better-staying power in bed. Moreover, 35.5% of men were able to improve symptoms of erectile dysfunction and…
