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How to do a testicular self-examination
It is important to be familiar with yourself, especially for young men between 15 and 34 years old, to understand if you have a testis tumor.
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New study finds toxic metals in tampons - are they still safe?
Sixteen potentially toxic metals, including measurable concentrations of arsenic, lead, cadmium, mercury and nickel, were detected in 30 tampons tested.
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Is delayed ejaculation normal?
Two of the most common problems regarding ejaculation, specifically, are premature and delayed ejaculation.
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Microplastics in human testicles: What does it mean for male fertility?
Recent studies have found that one tiny culprit – microplastics – may be a large part of our world’s growing male infertility.
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You asked, we answered: My adjustable gastric band isn't working. Now what?
Question: I have an adjustable gastric band, and it's not working for me. What should I do? Answered by bariatric surgeon Corrigan McBride, MD.
Patient Stories Carlos Valquer-Cruz and family

Patient finds joy in eating again thanks to the POEM procedure
When Carlos Valquer-Cruz found himself with a swallowing condition that continued to worsen over several years, he decided it was finally time to see a doctor.
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You asked, we answered: How old is too old for birth control?
How old is too old for birth control? Especially if it's being used for cycle regulation and NOT for contraception? We provide some clarity.
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What to know about at-home microbiome tests
Your gut microbiome is a collection of microbes that includes bacteria, yeast, fungi, viruses, organisms called archaea and bacteriophages.
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How to have great sex during menopause and beyond
You’ve sent us a lot of great questions about sex. Find out how to resolve common physical issues that might be getting in the way of intimacy.
Patient Stories Neely Lucquete

Family of six spends months in trailer to support transplant patient fighting cancer
Eleven years old, fighting cancer and dealing with unbearable pain, Neely Lucquete told her parents she was going to die. And all she wanted was her cat.
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