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Men – The two signs you may have type 2 diabetes

The rate of diabetes in the U.S. has risen dramatically, with one of the biggest jumps in type 2 diabetes among men. The American Diabetes Association statistics from 2020 show 37.3 million Americans, or 1 out of every ten people, have diabetes. Unfortunately, of the 37.3 million, one out of every four does not know… Read more

Does having a kidney stone cause long-term kidney damage?

Does having a kidney stone cause long-term kidney damage?

  The intense, excruciating pain of passing a kidney stone is something you will never forget. Often starting with lower back pain, your body’s attempt of passing a stone can escalate to an unbearable level of pain until you seek help. Despite the insufferable agony, the pain is temporary. Developing or passing a kidney stone… Read more

12 questions men should ask for better health care

12 questions men should ask for better health care

Men could be better at making small talk with their doctors during medical appointments. However, once in the exam room, most men are ready to leave as soon as they have arrived, anxious to finish the visit. Yet, these visits are a man’s opportunity to open up to their doctor. It is their time and… Read more

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What men can expect when seeing a urologist for the first time

There will come a time in most men’s lives when having a urologist will come in handy. As men age and begin having urinary or prostate problems, they realize and understand why urological health is vital to their daily well-being.  What does a urologist do? Urology is a specialty focusing on the health of the… Read more

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The connection between low testosterone and how it affects a man’s long-term health

The links between testosterone deficiency (low T) and other medical conditions afflicting men have long been debated among researchers. The question has been, is low T an indicator of poor health leading to chronic health issues, or is it the other way around?  Are men with poor health more likely to develop and suffer from… Read more