Men's health is vital to a man's well-being and integral to conception. Read about various topics, conditions, and concerns regarding men's health.
What Every Woman Needs to Know About Heart Disease
Heart disease, one of the leading causes of death in the United States, accounts for the death of one out of every four women.
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He's Gaining Weight Too: The Couvade Syndrome
Information about the Couvade syndrome, or sympathetic pregnancy.
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Dealing with the Emotional Impact of Infertility for Men
Since male factor infertility is the primary cause of infertility in
one-third of couples, it may seem strange that most
couples never even consider that infertility is caused by a man; the
vast majority of infertile couples believe it has something to do with
the woman.
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Circumcision Safest During First Year
Male circumcision is the surgical removal of the prepuce (foreskin) of the penis. The practice has been controversial for ages. The safety of circumcision was put to the test in a recent study.
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Fatherhood Packs on the Pounds
Most men gain a little weight after they get married. A new study indicates fatherhood packs on the pounds, too. Each added pound puts a man closer to the health risks associated with excess weight.
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Viagra
What effect does Viagra have on pregnancy?
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Father's Day and Infertility
All too often, men are the forgotten sufferers of infertility. They are many times overlooked when discussing infertility and the emotional association with the condition.
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Male Menopause
Changing hormone levels are linked to female menopause and the movement out of reproductive years. For men, reproductive years tend to last much longer, but hormone changes can greatly affect erectile function and libido from about 50 years of age on.
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Why Do Men Want to Skip Sex?
Contrary to common stereotypes, there are men out there who may want to skip sex for a variety of reasons. Hollywood, social media, and relationship myths typically lead us to believe that women are the ones who make up reasons to skip out on bedroom activities, but this is simply not true. Here are the most common rea
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Cialis May Help Men Orgasm and Ejaculate
Cialis, one of the more popular erectile dysfunction drugs, may help
men achieve orgasm and ejaculation, according to a new study published
in the British Journal of Urology International.
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How Men Can Cope with Their Partner’s Miscarriage
Paul Coleman and his wife had already purchased a baby outfit and were planning for the many adjustments they would need when their first baby arrived. Then, his wife miscarried.
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How Do Parents Feel About an HPV Vaccine for Boys?
HPV (human papilloma virus) is passed during intercourse or other sexual contact, including oral sex. Girls can choose to be vaccinated against some strains of HPV that cause cervical cancer, but girls are not the only ones at risk.
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Obese Dads Pass Poor Immunity to Children
Duke University is behind a new study published in the BMC Medicine
journal. According to the study, paternal obesity may increase the risk
of disease, including cancer, to offspring.
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Erection Problems Early Sign for Heart Disease or Death
A new Australian study published in PLoS Medicine claims even the
slightest case of erectile dysfunction could be caused by an underlying
heart condition that could increase risk of early death.
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Drug Abuse Causes Long-Term Impairment of Sexual Performance
Drug abuse can have direct, immediate and devastating effects of
sexual performance and fertility. Men who seek rehabilitation to stop
drug abuse may be surprised to find out that sexual performance may be
lacking even after they stop taking drugs.
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Study Calls for Improved Fertility Testing of Obese Men
Improvements may be needed in assessing male infertility. Obese men may face fertility challenges not routinely measured at this time.
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Like the Egg, Sperm Suffers Consequences of Aging, Too
The findings of a recent meta-analysis of studies of sperm quality and paternal age suggest DNA quality within the sperm is compromised as men age.
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Smaller Testicles Made Dad More Nurturing
Previous studies indicate a man’s fathering style is based on his level of testosterone, while a new study suggests the size of a man’s testicles is a tell-tale sign of fathering style, too.
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Study Links Dad’s Alcohol Intake to Fetal Alcohol Syndrome
A new study from Korea indicates that dad’s drinking before conception may need some rethinking.
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Men: Hold Off On Bacon Till After IVF Success
The findings of a recent study suggests men who are part of a couple undergoing treatment for infertility may fare better if they hold off on the processed meats until a pregnancy is confirmed.
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Oxytocin: The “Cuddle Chemical” Drives Male Monogamy
Oxytocin is a pretty amazing thing. Some scientists call it the cuddle chemical, others call it the love hormone. A recent study calls it the driving force behind male monogamy.
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Current State of Vasectomy Reversal
Surgical vasectomy used to be viewed as a permanent means of
sterilization, but advancements in microsurgery have changed the playing
field.
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Fibromyalgia
The pain of FM is often described as an aching or throbbing pain deep in the muscles. Sometimes the pain is said to be an intense burning sensation or a stabbing or shooting pain.
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Dad’s Folic Acid Consumption May Be Vital To Baby’s Health
Gentlemen, please eat your greens. And cereal, fruits, and veggies. Your children's lives may depend on it.
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Dad’s Biological Clock Just as Important as Mom’s
A major study that compared the psychiatric health and academicachievement of siblings gives strong support to the theory that dad'sbiological clock exists and may be just as important as mom's.
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First Five Years of Fatherhood Risky for Depression
The study finds that young men, especially those that live in the same home as their new baby, are at significant risk of developing depression during the first five years of fatherhood.
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Smoking During Pregnancy Linked to Health Complications in Males
A recent study finds that fetal exposure to tobacco increases the likelihood that a male child will develop obesity, diabetes, and other metabolic disorders as an adult.
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Male Infertility, Cholesterol Drugs, and a Better Mousetrap
In a surprising twist of discovery, scientists at a research lab devoted
to the study of taste and smell may have stumbled upon an environmental
link to male infertility.
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Teenagers’ Sperm Cells Exhibit High Rate of Mutations
A recent study suggests the children of teenage fathers may exhibit higher rates of low birth weight as well as greater risk for autism, schizophrenia, and birth defects that include spina bifida.
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Erectile Dysfunction Drug May Help Men Lose Weight
Sildenafil is promoted as a drug for the treatment of erectile dysfunction, but that is not the only benefit users gain. According to a research study, the ED drug helps change white fat to brown fat, increasing the likelihood of weight loss.
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