Undergoing cancer treatment can be a long and difficult journey that can affect every aspect of your body. Radiation therapy for prostate cancer can often cause gastrointestinal problems and other issues that affect your diet and appetite.
Question: Hi! I'm a 16-year-old boy, and yesterday, after riding my bike, I discovered one of my testicles had twisted. I tried the usual method, and it twisted back 180 degrees. But I don't think it's in the right position yet. If it's twisted 360 degrees, could it happen without any pain? Answered by Pediatric Urologist John Makari, MD, FAAP, FACS.
While most sexually transmitted infections are transmitted through blood, vaginal secretions and semen, there are some that can also be contracted via contact with saliva and the mucous membranes in the mouth.
Does the size of an erection decrease with age? And is it okay that my erection isn’t as strong anymore?
Answer by urologist Chris Deibert, MD, MPH
Erectile dysfunction increases with age. Although men at any age may experience ED, aging plays an important role.
For each decade of age, about that percentage of men will have some amount of erectile dysfunction. So, in your 70s, about 70% of men will have some amount of ED.
Colorectal cancer screening is essential to preventing cancer; catching it early can save your life. As the second most common cause of cancer deaths in the United States, the incidence of colorectal cancer is also rising in younger people, prompting the need for more awareness.
The popularity of pre-workout supplements have increased among young men. With promises of big muscles and fat burning, these supplements have become a necessity for every workout. Are these claims fact or bust? We team up with Matt Tao, MD, and Rusty McKune, ATC, to dig into the truth behind these promises.