Whether hiking, camping or simply enjoying a picnic at the park, venturing outside can expose you to insect bites, stings and other irritations. Knowing how to handle these situations can make a big difference in keeping you and your family healthy.
Prostate, bladder, uterine, cervical, ovarian, and colorectal cancers all have a higher chance of negatively affecting ED and both male and female sexual functions.
Most people understand that having extra weight can harm their overall health. Still, you may not know that being overweight or obese can also have an adverse impact on fertility for both men and women.
According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, about 13 million Americans become infected with human papillomavirus, or HPV, each year. The CDC also estimates that every sexually active adult will contract HPV at some point in their lives.
While talking to a doctor about your symptoms may seem embarrassing, overdoing it on Kegels probably isn’t the answer. You don’t have to put up with pelvic floor dysfunction no matter what your age or gender – there is help and hope if you are struggling.
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.