A vasectomy is a birth control method for men. It is a small surgical procedure that prevents sperm from exiting the body, thus preventing the possibility of fertilizing a woman’s egg. A vasectomy is a highly popular, safe, and effective procedure. For men who do not want children at all or are done having children,
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Questions Men Ask Their Urologist
When men visit their doctors, they may feel too awkward to ask about or discuss specific concerns. Thankfully, urologists are accustomed to answering uncomfortable questions, as this is their field of specialty – particularly men’s health. Here are some of the most common questions men ask their urologist, and the basic answers to each one:
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Uric acid is a chemical produced when the body breaks down a substance called purines, which are found in the food and drinks we consume on a daily basis. For example, purines are found in beer, liver, anchovies, beans, peas, snack foods, sugary drinks, shellfish, etc. Uric acid usually dissolves into our blood and travels
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The need to go to the bathroom is a natural and vital function of the human body, so that excess waste products and toxins can be flushed out and eliminated that the body doesn’t need. This is why we need to urinate regularly. If you don’t pee frequently or hold it in for long periods of
Read MoreWhat is Peyronie’s Disease?
Is your penis crooked? Does it curve or bend noticeably to the right or left when you have an erection? For men, it is normal for your penis to have a slight curve to it, but if it is significantly crooked, and interferes with your ability to be intimate, and have sexual intercourse, it is
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