5 Men’s Health Flashcards

1
Q

How much more likely are men to die from cancers that men and women share than women?

A

67%

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2
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How much more likely are men to suffer complications from diabetes and die prematurely? (Than women)

A

Twice as likely

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3
Q

What is the biggest cause of death for men under 45 yrs?

A

Suicide

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4
Q

What is the peak age group for suicide in men?

A

45-49 yrs

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5
Q

Give an example of medication that increases someone’s CVS disease risk.

A

Anti-psychotics

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6
Q

What should be considered when taking a patient’s psychosexual history?

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7
Q

Give some physical and psychological causes of erectile dysfunction.

A
  • Atherosclerosis
  • Smoking
  • Cycling
  • Side effects of prescribed drugs
    • inc high BP, heart disease, cancer, peptic ulcers, depression
  • Prostate gland surgery
  • Spinal cord injury
  • Regular heavy drinking
    • Alcohol:
      • Damages nerves leading to penis
      • Reduces testosterone levels
      • Increases levels of oestrogen?
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8
Q

How does erectile dysfunction link to CVS disease?

A

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9
Q

Treatments for erectile dysfunction.

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