The vas deferens: one of the vast differences between men and women. It is basically a small, hollow tube with the consistency of a wet noodle that allows the transit of sperm cells from the testicle on their way to the outside world to try to win the race and be the luckiest, or fittest, to reach and fertilize an egg. Why does it get so much attention in reproductive medicine?
Broaching the Subject of ED Published in: DailyRX.com Discussing Erectile Dysfunction with a doctor and preparing for the first appointment. Erectile dysfunction (ED) can be a difficult subject for a man to begin to discuss. Characterized by the inability to achieve or maintain an erection for sexual intercourse, the disorder can be one that men […]
Clearing Up ED Published in: DailyRX.com Erectile dysfunction (ED) or impotence cramps the sex lives of millions of men around the world. ED is a sensitive issue for many men. As such, some patients may feel timid to talk about their erection problems, which may lead to some serious misconceptions about the condition. dailyRx News […]
Diabetes Linked to Low Testosterone Published in: DailyRX.com Contributing Expert: Parviz Kavoussi, M.D. Reporter: Travis Hill Reviewed by: Robert Carlson, M.D If you are a man with diabetes, you are twice as likely as other men to suffer from low testosterone. But does it work the other way around? Can low testosterone boost your risk […]
Even Young Guys Have Erection Issues Published in: DailyRX.com Troubles with getting or keeping an erection have often been linked with older gentlemen. But the condition is happening more often to younger guys as well. More than 1 in 4 men who were diagnosed with erectile dysfunction (ED) were under 40 years old, a recently […]
Exercise and Conception Published in: Austin Fit Magazine Fitness is clearly important for men and women’s health, but what about fitness’ impact on fertility? Testosterone is believed to be an important factor in a man’s fertility. Low testosterone (total testosterone level of less than 300 ng/dl by the endocrine society definition) is very prevalent in […]
Fitness Improves Outcomes for Infertile Couples Published in: Austin Fit Magazine There is no better field in medicine than fertility care for treating two people at the same time for optimal results. One unique aspect of fertility care is that it requires an in-depth understanding of multiple organ systems and their complex functions between two […]
Getting Physical with ED Published in: DailyRX.com Erectile dysfunction (ED) can be a difficult and frustrating problem. Characterized by the inability to develop or maintain an erection sufficient for sexual intercourse, ED may make some men feel embarrassed and ashamed. However, this is not a rare condition. According to National Institutes of Health, approximately 30 […]
Gum Disease and Bedroom Bummer for Men Published in: DailyRX.com Contributing Expert: Parviz Kavoussi, M.D. Reporter: Travis Hill Reviewed by: Joseph V. Madia, M.D Living with erectile dysfunction, or impotence, can be a huge blow to a man’s ego and, in some cases, his health. If doctors know who is at risk, they can take […]
Maladies of Men Only – Explaining low testosterone and erectile dysfunction Published in: DailyRX.com Contributing Expert: Parviz Kavoussi, M.D. Reporter:Louanne Eiser Bedillion Reviewed by: Joseph V. Madia, M.D. Men and women have much in common. But let’s face it: there are some obvious differences between the sexes, especially when it comes to sexual health. […]