Azoospermia means there’s no sperm in a man’s ejaculate. Its causes include a blockage along the reproductive tract, hormonal problems, ...
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Sex headaches (also called orgasmic headaches, benign coital headache, or orgasmic cephalgia) are headaches associated with sexual activity. They can ...
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If you pay attention to the media, you might think that erectile dysfunction (ED) happens only to older men. The ...
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We often talk about the role of the brain during sexual activity. While the genitals may seem more involved with ...
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What is Syphilis?Syphilis is a common bacterial infection that’s spread through sex. Syphilis is easily cured with antibiotic medicine, but ...
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Acquired immunodeficiency syndrome (AIDS) is a chronic, potentially life-threatening condition caused by the human immunodeficiency virus (HIV). By damaging your ...
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Over the last several years, there has been some debate on whether cycling has a negative impact on one’s sex ...
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One word that’s often used to describe women’s orgasms is “elusive.” Sometimes, they’re easy to achieve, sometimes not. They can ...
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Ali finally talked to his doctor about his erection problems. He’d been struggling for a while, but he had been ...
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You and your partner probably have a lot in common. Or if you’re not partnered, you likely seek common traits ...
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You probably know it’s important to keep your blood pressure under control. High blood pressure (also called hypertension) can lead ...
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Platelet-rich plasma (PRP) therapy refers to injections used to reduce inflammation and promote tissue healing. Athletes sometimes have PRP to ...
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Bill took a deep breath, looked at his wife Judy, and finally told his urologist, “Okay. I’ll get the implant.”It ...
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For centuries, men and women have searched for foods, herbs, and other substances that could enhance their sexual experiences. The ...
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Mind if I smoke?It’s not a question you hear much nowadays. Still, almost 18% of adults in the United States ...
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Delayed ejaculation can be tough to deal with.It happens when it takes a man longer than he’d like to ejaculate ...
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Low TestosteroneWhat is testosterone deficiency?You have probably heard about testosterone in light of men’s sexual health. Produced by the testes, ...
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Sexual performance anxiety and erectile dysfunction (ED) are both troublesome issues, and it’s possible for a man to have both ...
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How might cancer patients preserve their sexuality?Many cancer patients face sexual problems from cancer treatment. Diminished libido, arousal difficulties, pain, ...
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How does thyroid disease impact a person’s sexual health?Located in the neck, the thyroid is a butterfly-shaped gland that produces ...
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Female sexual arousal disorderWhat is sexual arousal disorder?When a woman becomes sexually aroused, her body usually experiences vaginal lubrication, some ...
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What should heart patients know about medications and sex?Some heart and blood pressure drugs do have sexual side effects, such ...
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IntersexWhat does the term “intersex” mean?The term “intersex” is used to describe disorders of sex development (DSDs) – situations in ...
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Kegel exercisesWhy might men benefit from Kegel exercises?Incontinence is sometimes a problem for men who have undergone treatment for prostate ...
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What is a prolactinoma and how can it affect a person’s sexual function?A prolactinoma is a benign (noncancerous) tumor of ...
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Is it safe for heart patients to have sex?For most heart patients, sex is safe. However, patients should still check ...
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What is a penis fracture, and how is it treated?A penis fracture is a tear in a membrane in the ...
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How soon can couples have sex again after a miscarriage?Sex after miscarriage depends on the individual. A woman’s doctor can ...
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Addyi (The women's Viagra) What is Addyi? Addyi is the brand name of flibanserin, a drug designed to treat acquired, ...
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Does method of childbirth affect sexual function later?The risk of developing sexual problems after childbirth is about the same for ...
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Stop Tramadol Men who take long-acting opioids for chronic pain appear to be at greater risk of developing low testosterone than men ...
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What happens if you take too much of an oral erectile dysfunction (ED) medication?Oral medications provide a convenient way for ...
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Can women reach orgasm without direct sexual stimulation?Many women find that sexual stimulation of their erogenous zones, such as the ...
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What is the “normal” frequency of sex?It’s human nature to wonder whether you are having more or less sex than ...
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Erectile Dysfunction What is erectile dysfunction (ED)? What causes ED? How is ED treated? Erectile dysfunction (ED) is a man’s ...
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Can gout affect sexual health and performance?Yes, it can – especially for men.Gout is a particularly painful type of arthritis, ...
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What are prostatic calculi (prostate stones)? Do they affect sexual function? Prostatic calculi (also called prostate stones) are small brownish-gray ...
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Why might intensity of orgasm decline? Like many aspects of sex, intensity of orgasm can depend on the individual as ...
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Female Sexual HealthDr. Ahmad MotawiWhat is Addyi?Addyi is the brand name of flibanserin, a drug designed to treat acquired, generalized ...
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What is the refractory period? After orgasm, both men and women experience a resolution stage. At this time, their bodies ...
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What lifestyle changes can men make to improve their erectile function? There are many things men can do to improve ...
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What is chronic prostatitis/chronic pelvic pain syndrome (CP/CPPS)? Prostatitis is inflammation of the prostate gland, the walnut-sized gland located below ...
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What is venous leakage and how does it cause erectile dysfunction (ED)? Problems with blood vessels are a common cause ...
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What is dyspareunia? The term “dyspareunia” means painful intercourse. A woman may feel pain at the start of penetration or ...
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How common is it to “fake” an orgasm, and why do people do it? Both men and women pretend to ...
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How likely is sexual activity to trigger sudden cardiac arrest? While it is possible for someone to suffer sudden cardiac ...
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Does engaging in sex affect personal workouts or sporting performance? The notion that sexual activity before a sporting event affects ...
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Priapism What causes priapism and how is it treated? Priapism is a full, rigid erection that lasts for more than ...
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Microsurgical Testicular Sperm Extraction (Micro-TESE)Advances in reproductive medicine over the last 10 years have allowed men who were previously considered ...
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What is pre-ejaculate or precum؟ Pre-ejaculate, sometimes called precum, is a clear fluid that is released when a man becomes ...
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What is Peyronie’s disease? Peyronie’s disease is a disorder that causes areas of hardened scar tissue called plaques to form ...
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What is orgasmic anhedoniapleasure dissociative orgasmic dysfunction? The word “anhedonia” refers to the inability to experience pleasure from an activity ...
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Does long term anabolic androgenic steroid use lead to heart problems? THE USE (abuse) of anabolicandrogenic steroids (AAS), such as ...
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Sexual Health, Birth Control and Condoms Sexual Health, Birth Control, and Condoms What Causes Condoms to Come Off During Sex? ...
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What causes painful orgasm in men, and how can it be treated? Painful orgasm (painful ejaculation) is commonly described as ...
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What is a penile rehabilitation program (PRP)? The prostate gland is surrounded by nerves that are critical for a man’s ...
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Should men with an enlarged prostate avoid certain medications ? Men with an enlarged prostate should not take medications that ...
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Should men stop taking erectile dysfunction (ED) drugs before having surgery? Yes. The American Association of Nurse Anesthetists recommends that ...
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Do vitamin D levels have any impact on a man’s erections? Vitamin D is an important nutrient for our overall ...
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Are there natural ways to boost testosterone? Yes. In some cases, men can raise their testosterone levels by changing some ...
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How does diabetes lead to erectile dysfunction (ED)? Erectile dysfunction (ED) is a common problem for diabetic men. In fact, ...
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What is postcoital dysphoria (“post-sex blues”)? Sometimes, people feel deep sadness or agitation after consensual sex. The medical term for ...
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Male InfertilityDefinitionUp to 15 percent of couples are infertile. This means they aren't able to conceive a child even though ...
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Male cancer, cryopreservation, and fertilityWhat is the difference between semen and sperm?This can be confusing since the terms are often ...
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Soft Drinks Can consuming soft drinks lead to erectile dysfunction (ED)? It’s possible. Soft drinks, which include sweetened carbonated beverages ...
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Penile ProsthesisWhen should a man consider a prosthesis?Usually, a prosthesis is considered a last resort. Men with erectile dysfunction (ED) ...
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Are certain foods helpful in addressing erectile dysfunction (ED)? It’s possible. Research published in January 2016 found that men who ...
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What is penile ultrasound? An ultrasound is an imaging test that uses sound waves to produce pictures of internal organs, ...
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Congenital Penile Curvature Patients with congenital penile curvature will have noticed this problem during their entire post puberty adult life ...
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Sperm Retrieval ProceduresSperm harvesting is entirely different from a diagnostic testicular biopsy since in this setting the goal is not ...
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Why should men talk to their doctor about ED?There are several good reasons:ED can be a sign of a larger ...
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VaricoceleWhat is a varicocele?A varicocele is a variation of normal anatomy in which veins in the scrotum (the sac that ...
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A Man’s Penis Changes with AgeAs we get older, it’s inevitable that our bodies change. Our hair might turn gray, ...
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What is intracytoplasmic sperm injection (ICSI)?Before a man’s sperm can fertilize a woman’s egg, the head of the sperm must ...
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Discolored semenShould I be concerned about discolored semen?Semen is normally a whitish-gray color. It's usually quite thick after ejaculation, but ...
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Smoking and InfertilityMost patients know not to smoke, don’t they? Maybe so, but that doesn’t mean that they (and their ...
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Premature EjaculationWhat is premature ejaculation (PE)?Premature ejaculation is repeated ejaculation in response to minimal stimulation before, at the time of, ...
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