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  • Intimacy Challenges: Coping with Erectile Dysfunction

    Erectile dysfunction isn’t normally a topic of polite conversation, but 18 million American men of all ages have this health condition, and a whopping 70 percent of 70-somethings experience it.

  • When Should I Begin to Consider Freezing My Eggs?

    The average age of first-time mothers has increased over the last 15 years, from 24.9 years old to 26.3 years old, according to government data.

  • Everything You Always Wanted to Know About Baby Poop…Really!

    Here are the other colors you will notice:

  • Why Am I Coughing? It Could Be the Flu — or Vaping

    The outbreak of vaping-related lung injuries shows no sign of decreasing across the United States and, with the onset of flu season, it would be very easy to confuse the two. The symptoms are very much the same.

  • Setting SMART Goals Can Help You Achieve Your Biggest Challenges

    We have all set goals for ourselves at some point in time. We think about our life goals, career goals, and family goals. Have you ever made goals for yourself when it comes to your health? Maybe you want to be more active? Make better dietary choices?

  • As Thoughts of Suicide Spike, Here’s How You Can Help

    September’s National Suicide Prevention Awareness Month initiative was created with the intent of sharing resources and promoting knowledge of the issue of suicide worldwide. Even at the best of times, we often see patients struggling with suicidal thoughts due to chronic illnesses, the loss of a family member or underlying mental illnesses. With the increased stress brought on by the COVID-19 pandemic and other serious issues impacting our lives, mental health issues are becoming more prevalent. 

  • New Research: 27 Different Viruses Found in Semen

    Semen can be home to 27 different viruses, including Zika, Ebola and chicken pox, according to a recent analysis of previous research. Now that we know Americans are using less effective forms of birth control they may be increasing their odds of transferring these viruses to their partners and maybe even their newborns. It’s important to know this information now rel="noopener noreferrer" then worry later.

  • Do I Have Low Testosterone?

    Both men and women produce testosterone, but for males the hormone plays a star role in puberty when it enables the development of hair growth, libido, muscle mass, bone strength and, most importantly, sperm production. A natural decline in male testosterone occurs after age 30 and begins to drop 1 to 2 percent a year around age 40. 

  • Am I Normal Down There?

    “Am I normal down there?” is one of the most common questions asked of gynecologists. The short answer: “Yes, you are.”

  • Do I Have Adult Scoliosis?

    Think of the human spine as a building — a combination of bricks of bones with shock absorbers in between. As we age, the shock-absorbing discs randomly wear out. And once the spine starts to tilt, it’s difficult to correct. That’s why it’s important to know the signs of adult scoliosis and how to prevent or treat it.