Men’s Health
Men in the 1920s had an average life expectancy of one year less than women. Today, the gap between men and women’s life expectancies is six years, according to the Men’s Health Network. The reasons for this gap are many, and include men’s less frequent trips to the doctor, lower rate of health insurance coverage, and greater likelihood of working in dangerous industries. Use this guide to learn how to stay healthy and keep an eye out for health problems unique to men.
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Men can stay healthy by exercising regularly, eating well and seeing the doctor for routine ... read more »
Men’s Reproductive Health
Reproductive health is important for men and women alike. Untreated conditions can lead to infertility and other problems. Even if children aren’t in your future plans, the reproductive system is like other systems in the body: it needs to be healthy in order for you to stay healthy.
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- To learn more about the reproductive system, see the findingDulcinea Reproductive System Web Guide.
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For erectile dysfunction …
The National Library of Medicine
has an interactive, illustrated tutorial on erectile dysfunction. It explains the anatomy of the penis, the many causes of ED and the treatments available. The tutorial is also available in PDF form.
For fertility …
For prostate problems …
The National Kidney and Urologic Diseases Information Clearinghouse
has a guide to benign prostatic hyperplasia, or an enlarged prostate. This guide explains what the prostate is (a gland that helps make semen), why it enlarges, and how it’s diagnosed and treated.
The American Urological Association
describes the different types of prostatitis, a condition in which the prostate gland is infected by bacteria. This page also addresses treatment.
For sexually transmitted infections (STDs/STIs) …
The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention
has a fact sheet about syphilis for men who have sex with men. Learn about how the infection rates have grown recently, and possible reasons why.
For STDs and teens …
TeensHealth
says adolescents are at a higher risk for getting some sexually transmitted diseases. Left untreated, the diseases could potentially cause fertility issues or even kill you. Find out why it’s important to see the doctor for any condition you may have.
For testicular cancer …
Health Issues for Men
No matter how healthy your lifestyle may be illnesses can still occur. This section discusses ... read more »
Mental Health and Men
Everyone, no matter his or her gender, is susceptible to mental illness. According to the National Alliance on Mental Illness ... read more »
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