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Men's Health

November 28, 2022

When ‘active surveillance’ makes sense for prostate cancer

For men with ‘low-risk’ prostate cancer, the side effects of treatment may not be worth the benefit.

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Men: What to ask your doctor about prostate cancer screening

The practical takeaway from a recent PSA screening update is that there is no longer a do or don’t for routine prostate cancer screening.

The My Southern Health Guide to Men’s Health

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These procedures can alleviate uncomfortable symptoms and improve quality of life.

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Infographic: The first symptoms of an enlarged prostate

These 10 changes in urination could be signs of an enlarged prostate. Know when to see your doctor.

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What to know about sexually transmitted infections (STIs)

These sexually transmitted infections are quite common. Know how to prevent them, and what symptoms they cause.

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What to know about urinary tract infections (UTIs)

Staying hydrated can help prevent them, but you'll need antibiotics to cure a UTI.

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Trying to get pregnant? Your fertility questions answered

Is getting pregnant taking longer than expected? A Vanderbilt expert answers some common questions.

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Men: Not only women need pelvic floor physical therapy

Pelvic floor physical therapy can help men with urination problems, and those with chronic pain.

Choosing the right course for prostate cancer care

It can be tough to decide whether to get a PSA test, and what to do with the results. Here's how two men handled it.

Learn when to consider genetic testing for men

Genetic testing could save your life or your child’s. We bust through the myths and provide the details.

Low testosterone in men: your questions answered

Feeling blah? Low T could be the culprit, but replacement therapy isn’t always necessary.

4 common cancers every man should know about

These cancers may go unnoticed until it’s too late. Here’s how and why you need to pay attention to your body.