Patient Resources
Get Healthy!
Results for search "Men's Problems: Misc.".
Health News Results - 110
Just a Small Boost in Fitness Cuts Men's Prostate Cancer Risk
- Dennis Thompson HealthDay Reporter
- January 31, 2024
- Full Page
Even small increases in a man's cardio fitness can significantly reduce his risk of developing prostate cancer, researchers report.
An annual increase in aerobic fitness of 3% or more is linked to a 35% lower risk of prostate cancer, according to a report published Jan. ...
Despite Complications After Prostate Cancer Surgery, Defense Secretary Lloyd Austin Should Fully Recover
- Robin Foster HealthDay Reporter
- January 10, 2024
- Full Page
U.S. Secretary of Defense Lloyd Austin remains hospitalized while recovering from complications related to a December surgery to treat prostate cancer, the Pentagon
Men Who Want to Be Dads Should Take a Break From Alcohol
- Dennis Thompson HealthDay Reporter
- December 18, 2023
- Full Page
Much has been made of the effects a pregnant woman's drinking could have on the health of her unborn child.
But alcohol consumption by men also increases the risk of birth defects in newborns -- and a new study shows that guys who want to avoid this will have to cut out ...
Most Men Taking Bodybuilding Supplements Don't Know They Can Harm Fertility
- Dennis Thompson HealthDay Reporter
- December 1, 2023
- Full Page
Bodybuilders are largely unaware that the protein supplements they use to bulk up might harm their fertility, a new study shows.
Four out of five male gym enthusiasts (79%) said they use protein supplements as part of their fitness plan, the poll found.
But only 14...
As Suicide Rates Climb, Older Men Are Most Vulnerable
- Robin Foster HealthDay Reporter
- November 15, 2023
- Full Page
WEDNESDAY, Nov. 15, 2023 (Healthday News) -- As U.S. suicide rates continue to rise, new government data shows older men have become the most susceptible.
In a report published Wednesday, researchers fr...
Review Links Pesticides to Lower Sperm Quality in Men
- Dennis Thompson HealthDay Reporter
- November 15, 2023
- Full Page
Pesticide exposure appears to be linked to lower sperm concentrations in men around the world, a new large-scale evidence review has concluded.
A review of 25 studies spanning nearly 50 years found consistent links between lower sperm concentrations and two widely used c...
U.S. Men Are Dying Much Earlier Than Women, as Death 'Gender Gap' Widens
- Carole Tanzer Miller HealthDay Reporter
- November 13, 2023
- Full Page
The gap in life expectancy between American men and women is now the biggest it has been since the mid-1990s -- almost six years.
The pandemic and opioid overdoses are key factors in the gender difference in longevity, said researchers from the University of California, ...
At Same PSA Levels, Black Men Still More Likely to Get Prostate Cancer Than Whites
- Cara Murez HealthDay Reporter
- November 6, 2023
- Full Page
Even with the same prostate-specific antigen (PSA) levels, Black men are more likely to have prostate cancer than white men, new research shows.
The findings point to the need for earlier and more frequent screening, the researchers noted.
It's already known that B...
Playing Pro Football May Shorten Players' Lives, Study Finds
- Cara Murez HealthDay Reporter
- November 2, 2023
- Full Page
Playing professional football, especially if you are a lineman, may shorten your life, a new study suggests.
The University of Minnesota researchers thought that perhaps professional football players are unlike "American men in general"in ways that determine their future...
Could Cellphones Be Harming Men's Sperm?
- Dennis Thompson HealthDay Reporter
- November 1, 2023
- Full Page
Cellphone use might be blunting a fellow's chances of becoming a father, a major new study reports.
Young men who frequently use mobile phones have lower sperm concentrations and sperm counts than guys who rarely dial on the go, Swiss researchers found using more than a ...
A New Dad's Postpartum Depression Can Be Tough on His Kids
- Cara Murez HealthDay Reporter
- October 20, 2023
- Full Page
It's well known that mothers can suffer postpartum depression, a condition that affects not only their well-being but also their child's development.
Now, new research finds that fathers can also experience depression after the births of their babies and this doubles the...
When Health Care Access Is Equal, Race Gap in Prostate Cancer Survival Vanishes
- Steven Reinberg HealthDay Reporter
- October 12, 2023
- Full Page
Men of all races and ethnic groups who have prostate cancer fare equally well when access to care is identical, a new study finds.
The disparity in outcomes from prostate cancer between Black, Hispanic and white men disappears when treatment and care are the same, as it...
New Dads Might Also Need Screening for Postpartum Depression
- Cara Murez HealthDay Reporter
- October 6, 2023
- Full Page
Postpartum depression is commonly thought of as something new moms experience, but fathers can also suffer from these feelings when entering this phase of life.
A pilot study from the University of Illinois Chicago suggests new dads should also be screened for the condit...
Job Frustrations Can Really Be a Heartbreaker for Men
- Amy Norton HealthDay Reporter
- September 19, 2023
- Full Page
A job that's demanding but less than rewarding may take a big toll on a man's heart health, a large new study suggests.
The study, of nearly 6,500 white-collar workers, found th...
Survey Shows American Men Less Healthy Than They Believe
- Dennis Thompson HealthDay Reporter
- September 7, 2023
- Full Page
Most American men think they're leading a healthy lifestyle, possibly picturing themselves as a Hollywood leading man type.
But their actual health habits are those of a schlubby sidekick, a new Cleveland Clinic
An Expert Answers Your Questions About Prostate Cancer
- Cara Murez HealthDay Reporter
- September 5, 2023
- Full Page
It's important for men to be familiar with the warning signs of prostate cancer and get screened because it's the second-leading cause of cancer death in men, an expert says.
While there will be more than 288,000 diagnoses and nearly 35,000 deaths this year, there are a...
First-Time Dads Often Experience Dip in Relationship Satisfaction
- Sarah D. Collins HealthDay Reporter
- August 31, 2023
- Full Page
Most fathers experience a decline in relationship satisfaction that can last for years after the baby is born, new research shows.
"A good couple relationship during the transition to parenthood is important for parents' mental health, involvement in parenting and bondin...
More American Men Now Opting for Vasectomy
- Dennis Thompson HealthDay Reporter
- August 31, 2023
- Full Page
Vasectomies are becoming more common in the United States, with rates surging by more than one-quarter during the past decade, a recent study reveals.
The U.S. vasectomy rate increased by 26% between 2014 and 2021, according to an analysis of commercial health claims dat...
Men, These Factors Could Lower Your Testosterone As You Age
- Alan Mozes HealthDay Reporter
- August 29, 2023
- Full Page
Men's testosterone levels remain pretty steady until age 70. After that, production of the male sex hormone starts to decline, new research indicates.
This begs the question: Is testosterone loss among seniors really a function of the normal aging process? Or might ...
Impotence in Younger Men Often a Sign of Diabetes
- Cara Murez HealthDay Reporter
- August 29, 2023
- Full Page
It's known that older men with type 2 diabetes have higher odds for erectile dysfunction, or ED. Now, new research suggests problems in the bedroom for younger men may signal undiagnosed prediabetes or diabetes.
Researchers found that men 40 and younger with ED have abou...
Scientists Decode the Y Chromosome, Key to Male Development
- Cara Murez HealthDay Reporter
- August 23, 2023
- Full Page
An international research team has achieved the first complete sequencing of the human Y chromosome, which is closely linked to male development.
This is the last of the human chromosomes to be fully sequenced, an effort that may shed light on everything from fertility t...
Immune-Based Cancer Drugs Offer Hope Against Penile Cancers
- Cara Murez HealthDay Reporter
- August 15, 2023
- Full Page
Men who have a rare cancer of the penis may have a new treatment option, according to researchers who found promise in immunotherapy.
This new study focused on cancer that was lo...
Is Science Getting Closer to the Brain Center for Male Libido?
- Dennis Thompson HealthDay Reporter
- August 11, 2023
- Full Page
A single hardwired brain circuit might be responsible for male sexual drive, a new mouse study reports.
Researchers have singled out in lab mice a brain region that controls sexual interest, libido, mating behavior and pleasure, said senior researcher
Losing a Parent is Hard. Is It Harder for Boys?
- Steven Reinberg HealthDay Reporter
- July 31, 2023
- Full Page
After the death of a parent, boys may have a tougher time than girls, a new study suggests.
Young people who lose a parent before age 21 are at risk for poor mental health, lower income and unemployment in adulthood. Researchers say boys seem to be harder hit.
The ...
Staying Fit Lowers a Man's Cancer Risk, Study Confirms
- Dennis Thompson HealthDay Reporter
- July 3, 2023
- Full Page
A man's cardio fitness might influence whether he'll develop -- or survive -- three of the most common cancers in males, a new Swedish study reports.
Higher levels of cardio fitness are associated with a significantly lower risk of developing colon and lung cancers, rese...
COVID Could Harm Men's Sperm Months After Infection
- Cara Murez HealthDay Reporter
- June 27, 2023
- Full Page
Having even a mild COVID-19 infection could trigger a months-long drop in sperm, a new study finds.
Researchers found both lower sperm concentrations and fewer sperm that were able to swim when studying men an average of 100 days after COVID-19 infection, which is enoug...
Could Loss of the Y Chromosome Help Speed Cancers in Men?
- Dennis Thompson HealthDay Reporter
- June 21, 2023
- Full Page
It's common knowledge that loss is a part of male aging -- loss of hair, loss of muscle tone, loss of vision or hearing.
But men growing older also start losing the very thing that makes them biological males, their Y chromosome, and that can leave them more vulnerable t...
Testosterone Therapy Safe for Low-T Men at Risk of Heart Trouble
- Dennis Thompson HealthDay Reporter
- June 16, 2023
- Full Page
Testosterone replacement therapy is safe for most men with heart problems who also have been diagnosed with a low testosterone disorder, a new clinical trial has concluded.
The trial found that testosterone replacement did not raise these patients' incidence of heart att...
Topical Gel for Erectile Dysfunction Gets FDA Approval for Over-the-Counter Sale
- Cara Murez HealthDay Reporter
- June 13, 2023
- Full Page
Men with erectile dysfunction will now have the option of using a topical gel to treat the condition.
The U.S. Food and Drug Administration has approved over-th...
Men's Mental Health: Warning Signs & Where to Go for Help
- Kirstie Ganobsik HealthDay Reporter
- June 12, 2023
- Full Page
Men typically don't want to discuss mental health issues, much less get treatment for one.
That's a problem, given how many males struggle with mental health problems: Six million American men suffer from depression every year, while 3 million struggle with anxiety disor...
What Is Male Pattern Baldness? Can Anything Be Done?
- Meredith Morckel HealthDay Reporter
- June 7, 2023
- Full Page
Have you seen more hair in the shower or on the bathroom floor than usual?
Grab a mirror and take a look at your head. If it looks like you're "going bald,"you may have androgenic alopecia (male pattern baldness).
Men: Here Are the Health Screenings You Need
- Kirstie Ganobsik HealthDay Reporter
- June 5, 2023
- Full Page
Many men will put off going to the doctor unless they are really sick, but men's health screenings help catch problems before symptoms appear.
So, how can you tell if a health screening or preventive care appointment is right for you?
Prostate Cancer: The Basics Every Man Needs to Know
- Miriam Jones Bradley, RN HealthDay Reporter
- June 5, 2023
- Full Page
No man wants to hear that he has prostate cancer, but if he is diagnosed he will need to learn about the disease and how it is treated.
Scientists Get Closer to a Better PSA Test
- Dennis Thompson HealthDay Reporter
- June 5, 2023
- Full Page
The most common screening test for prostate cancer so often returns a false positive result that it's no longer recommended for men older than 70, and it's offered as a personal choice for younger men.
But researchers think they've found a way to make the blood test for ...
Erectile Troubles in Middle Age a Bad Sign for Men's Brains
- Denise Mann HealthDay Reporter
- June 2, 2023
- Full Page
Erectile dysfunction (ED) has been tied to an increased risk of diabetes, high blood pressure and heart disease. Now, research suggests that erectile woes during late middle age may also be linked to a man's chances of developing memory issues later on.
"Because sub...
Peyronie's Disease: What It Is, Causes, Symptoms & Treatment
- Sue Benzuly, RN HealthDay Reporter
- June 1, 2023
- Full Page
Many men have likely never heard of Peyronie's disease, but they might want to brush up on this condition because it causes the penis to curve abnormally during an erection.
Peyronie's disease typically affects men over 30, and it appears to be caused by the build-up of ...
Prostatitis: What It Is, Symptoms, Causes & Treatment
- Ann Schreiber HealthDay Reporter
- May 31, 2023
- Full Page
When most men think about their prostate, it's to worry about whether they have prostate cancer or not. But another condition is far more common and plenty painful.
Prostatitis involves inflammation of the prostate gland and sometimes the areas around it. Not only is pro...
Men's Mental Health: Symptoms, Treatments & Where to Find Help
- Kirstie Ganobsik HealthDay Reporter
- May 31, 2023
- Full Page
When it comes to mental health, men don't always seek help when they need it. But maybe they should.
June is Men's Mental Health Month, so here are the most common mental health conditions men experience, the symptoms that...
Need a Prostate Exam? Here's What to Expect
- Ann Schreiber HealthDay Reporter
- May 31, 2023
- Full Page
You're due for a prostate exam, but you don't know what to expect.
So, what is this exam like?
Regular check-ups are essential for maintaining your health, and a prostate exam is crucial to preventive care for men. Not only is it a screening test f...
More 'Height-Challenged' Men Are Getting Leg-Lengthening Surgeries
- Dennis Thompson HealthDay Reporter
- May 30, 2023
- Full Page
Some short men really struggle with their lack of height, feeling that they are both literally and figuratively looked down upon by others.
That's why an increasing number of height-challenged men are turning to limb-lengthening surgery -- an expensive, potentially painf...
Extra Pounds in Youth Could Raise a Man's Odds for Fatal Prostate Cancer Decades Later
- Alan Mozes HealthDay Reporter
- May 17, 2023
- Full Page
When young men pack on excess weight during their teens and 20s, they may inadvertently drive up their risk for prostate cancer later on.
The concern stems from new research that examined several decades' worth of weight fluctuations and prostate cancer rates among nearl...
Even Decades After Use, Anabolic Steroids Could Take Big Toll on Health
- Denise Mann HealthDay Reporter
- May 16, 2023
- Full Page
Lured by promises of bigger muscles and better performance on the field, many athletes and bodybuilders turn to anabolic steroids despite their well-known side effects, including increased risk for heart disease and mood issues.
Now, two new studies show these harms...
Overweight Boys May Be Grow Up to Be Less Fertile Men
- Cara Murez HealthDay Reporter
- May 10, 2023
- Full Page
Men who were overweight as boys may have infertility issues in adulthood, according to new research.
Researchers studying the issue of male infertility, often a mystery, looked at health data from 268 young people between 2 and 18 years of age. They had been referred to ...
Young Men Are Using Banned 'SARM' Supplements to Bulk Up, With Harmful Results
- Amy Norton HealthDay Reporter
- May 2, 2023
- Full Page
The U.S. Food and Drug Administration is once again warning consumers to avoid muscle-building "supplements" that are anything but a safe alternative to steroids.
Most Men With Low-Risk Prostate Cancers Now Forgo Immediate Surgery
- Alan Mozes HealthDay Reporter
- April 4, 2023
- Full Page
Over the last decade, more and more Americans with early-stage prostate cancer have put off radiation and surgery, the standard treatment options, new research indicates.
Instead, many U.S. men with low- or intermediate-risk prostate cancer have embraced "active sur...
Men With Testicular Cancer May Have New Treatment Option
- Cara Murez HealthDay Reporter
- April 3, 2023
- Full Page
Some patients with early testicular cancer may not need chemotherapy and radiation, researchers report.
Instead, surgery to remove lymph nodes in an area behind the abdomen lining called the retroperitoneum may be enough, according to their new study.
"We found t...
Long-Term Study Supports 'Watch and Wait' for Most Prostate Cancers
- Dennis Thompson HealthDay Reporter
- March 13, 2023
- Full Page
A man with prostate cancer who takes the "watch-and-wait"approach has the same long-term survival odds as those who undergo radiation therapy or surgery, according to a new large-scale study.
Patients had the same 97% survival rate after a decade and a half whether docto...
Embolization Treatment Could Offer Drug-Free Relief From Enlarged Prostate
- Dennis Thompson HealthDay Reporter
- March 2, 2023
- Full Page
Men suffering from an enlarged prostate can receive long-term relief from a minimally invasive procedure that partially blocks blood flow to the gland, new research reports.
The procedure, called prostate artery embolization (PAE), dramatically improved urinary symptoms...
Men Working Heavy-Labor Jobs May Get Fertility Boost
- Cara Murez HealthDay Reporter
- February 24, 2023
- Full Page
Men who have physically demanding jobs and regularly lift heavy objects at work also have higher sperm counts and testosterone levels.
Lifelong Bachelors Fare Worse When Heart Failure Strikes
- Steven Reinberg HealthDay Reporter
- February 23, 2023
- Full Page
When heart failure strikes, being a lifelong bachelor may mean you might die sooner than women or previously married men diagnosed with the same condition, a new study suggests.
Lifetime marital history appears to be an important predictor of survival in men with heart ...