Erectile Dysfunction: Causes, Symptoms & Treatment

Erectile dysfunction (ED), which is sometimes referred to as impotence, is the inability to achieve or maintain an erection. There are three types of erectile dysfunction: primary, secondary, and situational. Primary erectile dysfunction occurs when a person has never been able to obtain an erection during sexual activity; in other words, their struggle with ED …

Sex and Schizophrenia

Schizophrenia is a severe mental disorder impacting the lives of approximately 51 million people worldwide every year.1 Schizophrenia is defined primarily as a loss of touch with reality, causing a person to be uncertain of what is real and what is occurring only in their mind.1 In addition to affecting a person’s …

Sex And Depression

Depression is a very common mental disorder impacting the lives of millions of Americans every year.1 In addition to affecting a person’s mood, energy, and physical health, depression can also impact an individual’s sex life, both in terms of desire and function.2 Fortunately, depression can be treated and there are resources …

Aphrodisiacs

… drive, and athletic performance.  Supplements where later made with decreased potency of the Yohmbine tree bark. Chemicals found in the tree bark were believed to help with erectile dysfunction (ED), low sex drive, and depression. However with its functionality is also associated with causing other health factors such as; pain in the genitals, prolonged painful …

Isotretinoin (Accutane) Use

Acne is one of the most common issues that adolescents face. Suffering from acne can have a dramatic effect on one’s self esteem and body image. Severe acne can last for a prolonged period of time, result in scarring, and may not be effectively treated by over-the-counter treatments or treatments prescribed by …

Male Infertility

Disclaimer Note: While both males and females can be infertile, this article focuses on male infertility, it’s most common causes and treatments. For information on female infertility click here.

Infertility is when a male and female partner cannot successfully conceive a child after a year of frequent, unprotected intercourse. Male and female infertility are …

Penile Fracture

Contrary to popular belief, it is possible to fracture a penis. The penis is an assembly of tissue, not a bone. Penis fractures are a rare occurrence, but when they do happen, 95% of injuries occur during vaginal intercourse.1 A penile injury is not limited by sexual activity. A fracture can occur by blunt …

Sex and Antidepressants

… irritability, emptiness, hopelessness, helplessness, guilt, worthlessness, or restlessness. A combination of medications and therapy have been used to treat depression. Some antidepressant medications can result in sexual dysfunction or difficulties, including a loss of libido or increased difficulty having an orgasm. Individuals who are experiencing these difficulties should visit a medical professional to discuss treatment …

Prostate Cancer

Table of Contents

Prostate Cancer OverviewStatisticsWhat is the Prostate?Risk FactorsSymptoms of Prostate CancerScreening and DiagnosisTreatmentsRelationship between Prostate Cancer and Erectile DysfunctionCurrent ResearchConcluding Remarks
Prostate Cancer Overview

Cancer is a condition in which mutated cells in the body grow and multiply out of control. When these cells grow in the prostate gland, it is called …