Men’s Health

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What are the signs of heart attack in men?

What are the typical signs and symptoms of a heart attack in men? See what Professor David Celermajer has to say.

What is Klinefelter syndrome?

Klinefelter syndrome is a genetic disorder where a male, instead of having just an X and a Y chromosome, has two Xs, and a Y.

Erectile dysfunction: causes and treatments

One of the well known treatments for erectile dysfunction, both in younger and older individuals, is medicines such as Viagra or Cialis.

Anxiety and depression in first-time fathers

Fatherhood is linked to positive and negative experiences, a new sense of identity and higher levels of anxiety.

Consequences of weight stigma for men

Men who have experienced some level of body weight stigma are more likely to be faced with depressive symptoms, to binge eat, and to rate their health as poorer.

Video: Benign prostatic enlargement - symptoms

The symptoms of benign prostatic enlargement can be broken down into obstructive symptoms and irritative symptoms.

Video: Do all prostate cancers require treatment?

Active surveillance is an important option for patients with low-grade prostate cancer to be aware of.

Video: Blood in the urine

Blood in the urine is a symptom that must always be tested, even if it goes away. Doctors call it haematuria.

Video: Chronic prostatitis - tests and diagnosis

What are the diagnostic tests for men with chronic prostatitis?

Video: External beam radiotherapy for prostate cancer

External beam radiotherapy for prostate cancer is usually given along with hormone therapy, which gives a better outcome.

Video: Benign prostatic hyperplasia (BPH)

Benign prostatic hyperplasia is a condition that can affect the prostate. As men hit their middle age, particularly in their 50s and 60s, the prostate tends to enlarge.

Video: Prostatitis - tests and diagnosis

What are the diagnostic tests you can expect if you have prostatitis?

Video: Prostate cancer - surgery or radiotherapy?

Choosing between surgery or radiotherapy can be a very difficult decision for patients with localised prostate cancer.

Giving men with prostate cancer choices

Men will choose different prostate cancer treatments when they’re fully informed of the options. 

High testosterone linked to heart problems

From a study, it seems that men who had a high level of testosterone experienced higher rates of heart attack and a possible implication, testosterone replacement therapy.

Post-natal depression affects dads too

It’s not just women who experience depression during and after pregnancy. A new study finds that expectant dads can be equally affected.

Can flavonoids improve sexual health in men?

A study analysed the diet of over 25,000 men to see if there was any truth that flavonoids could prevent erectile dysfunction.

Testicular cancer

Testicular cancer usually starts as a painless lump or swelling in just one testicle. If diagnosed early it has a high cure rate.

Prostate cancer tests

There is no single, simple test to detect prostate cancer, instead various tests are carried out to show changes in the prostate to determine whether further investigation by your treating specialist is required.

Hydrocoeles

Hydrocoeles are fluid-filled bags occurring inside the scrotum. They feel like a ballon filled with water.

Video: Men's health - know your risks

Despite rising life expectancy, Australian men are more reluctant to go to the doctor and are less honest when they are there than women. Make November the month you consider your health risks.

Prostate enlargement

The prostate continues to grow as men age and from the age of around 50, prostate enlargement can put pressure on the bladder, causing urination problems.

Video: Boxer shorts versus briefs for sperm quality

Boxer shorts lead to higher quality and quantity of sperm versus briefs,  Harvard School of Public Health has confirmed.