Obesity and infertility are both common, but many men don’t realize they’re connected. When couples struggle to conceive, attention often turns to the female partner first – but it takes “two to tango,” and male factors contribute to infertility nearly half the time. Because fertility is closely tied to overall health, conditions like obesity can […]
Seeking help for erectile dysfunction takes courage. It’s a vulnerable issue for most men, and no one should feel pressured into making an expensive decision while they’re in that position. Patients need honest guidance and the time to make informed decisions – not high-pressure sales tactics. Several years ago, I wrote about the aggressive marketing […]
A vasectomy is one of the most effective forms of birth control available, but it’s not immediately effective – and in rare cases, pregnancy can still happen years later. Here’s why, and what every couple should know before putting away the birth control. For couples who are certain their family is complete, or who have […]
Constantly searching for bathrooms for your overactive bladder? Certain foods and drinks can irritate the bladder or worsen urgency and frequency. Other dietary items can help soothe and support the bladder. More than 33 million Americans live with overactive bladder (OAB).¹ That’s a lot of people frustrated by constantly having to pause daily activities to […]
Using testosterone inappropriately can undermine some of the very characteristics looksmaxxing trends claim to enhance, including fertility and normal sexual function. Scroll through social media long enough, and you’re bound to come across someone’s secret to becoming more attractive, physically fit, or more energetic. From skincare routines and gym advice to “alpha male” self-improvement, the […]
Peyronie’s disease becomes problematic for men when the curvature of the penis and associated pain become too much to bear and/or impede sexual activity. Decisions about treatment options need to be discussed with an expert urologist. As you’ve likely read elsewhere on our website, Peyronie’s disease involves an abnormal and sometimes severe curvature of the […]
There is a difference between compounded and generic drugs for erectile dysfunction (ED). Know what they are and when it’s time to see a urologic specialist for treatment options. With as many options as there are in today’s medication marketplace, the choice between treatments can be overwhelming. These days, brand-name medications like Viagra and Cialis […]
The difference between 3-piece inflatable and malleable penile implants comes down to mechanics, device design, long-term maintenance expectations, optics, anatomy, and patient lifestyle. Which one you chose is best discussed with your surgeon. Erectile dysfunction (ED) that does not respond to medications like sildenafil (Viagra), tadalafil (Cialis), or other medications leads patients to consider surgical […]
Patients should be aware that, depending on their age, degree of prostatic growth, and the technique chosen to address BPH symptoms, they may need multiple procedures over their lifetime. BPH, or benign prostatic hyperplasia, is a very common condition that most men will experience at some point after the age of 50. In fact, half […]
There are multiple manufacturers of penile implants, and choosing the right one for you is based on your unique physiology and anatomy. This guide can help with your decision-making, and your urologist can help you fill in any blanks. Penile implants. There are plenty of visceral reactions at the mention, but for many (96%) men […]
Testosterone replacement therapy (TRT) for patients with a history of prostate cancer is more nuanced than once believed. While it isn’t for all men, new data suggests it can be an option when certain conditions are met. Testosterone replacement therapy (TRT) and prostate cancer in the same context have held a lot of tension in […]
Pumpkin seed oil has shown positive results in the treatment of benign prostatic hyperplasia (BPH). That said, researchers are still trying to figure out the mechanism behind how it works. There’s no shortage of advice floating around when it comes to prostate health. People will try anything, from supplements to folk remedies. Some of it […]