Andrology: The Science of Men

  Andrology Andrology is the medical speciality that deals with male health, particularly relating to the problems of the male reproductive system and urological problems that are unique to men. It is also known as “the science of men”. It is the counterpart to gynaecology, which deals with medical issues which are specific to the female reproductive system. However, unlike gynaecology, which has a plethora of medical board certification programs […]

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Male Genitourinary Disorders: Prostatitis

Prostatitis Click on the name below for expert medical information & advice       Prostatitis is the name given to a set of symptoms which are thought to be caused by an infection or by inflammation of the prostate gland. Prostatitis is not a form of prostate cancer. It is also not the same as having an enlarged prostate. It’s a common […]

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Male Genitourinary Disorders: Priapism

Priapism Click on the name below for expert medical information & advice   Priapism is a prolonged erection of the penis. The persistent erection continues hours beyond or isn’t caused by sexual stimulation. Priapism is usually painful. Although priapism is an uncommon condition overall, it occurs commonly in certain groups, such as people who have sickle cell anemia. Prompt treatment […]

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Male Genitourinary Disorders: Penile fracture

Penile fracture & Trauma Click on the name below for expert medical information & advice   Traumatic penile injury can be due to multiple factors. Penile fracture, penile amputation, penetrating penile injuries, and penile soft tissue injuries are considered urologic emergencies and typically require surgical intervention. The goals of treatment for penile trauma are universal: preservation of penile length, erectile […]

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Male Genitourinary Disorders: Orchitis

Orchitis Click on the name below for expert medical information & advice   Inflammation of the testicle (orchitis) Orchitis is inflammation of one or both of a man’s testicles, usually caused by an infection such as mumps or chlamydia. Inflammation of the testicles can also be the result of epididymitis, an infection of the tube that carries semen out of the testicles. This is called epididymo-orchitis.   […]

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