male health

Question 1

lump on testes
inflammation of testes
increased urgency to pee
frequent urination
blood in urine
erectile dysfunction
enlarged prostate

Answer 1

Prostate cancer

CAUSES
damage to testes
genetics
family history
race and ethnicity
dietary factors
inflammation of prostate
age

MANAGEMENT/TREATMENT
chemotherapy
surgery
active surveillance
PSA (blood test)
brachytherapy
regular screening

maintain a healthy diet/weight
regular exercise
quit smoking

Question 2

inability to get and maintain a erection

Answer 2

erectile dysfunction

CAUSES
anxiety
stress
lifestyle factors such as smoking and drinking
age
relationship problems
depression
low self esteem
lack of arousal

MANAGEMENT/TREATMENT
viagra connect
sildenafil 50mg
tadalafil (cialis together)

stop smoking
reduce amount of alcohol
eat a healthy balanced diet
lose weight if overweight
avoid recreational drugs
try to reduce stress and anxiety

Question 3

weak urine stream
frequent urination
leakage of urine
dribbling after urination

Answer 3

Benign prostate hyperplasia

CAUSES
family history
medical conditions such as obesity, heart disease
lack of physical exercise
erectile dysfunction

MANAGEMENT/TREATMENT
alpha blockers
phosphodiesterase-5 inhibitors

reduce intake of liquid
avoid caffeinated beverages and alcohol
avoid use of decongestants, antihistamines, antidepressants

Question 4

thinning hair
bald patches
hair continues to recede
bald scalp

Answer 4

Male pattern baldness

CAUSES
stress
age
illness
weight loss
iron deficiency
cancer treatments

MANAGEMENT/TREATMENT
5% minoxidil liquid or foam
steroid injections
hair transplant
tattooing
scalp reduction surgery
artificial hair transplant
regaine

healthy lifestyle
balanced diet
maintain a healthy weight
medications