Male contraception: the quest for a pill for men
Male birth control options have been limited to condoms or vasectomy. Since the late 50's scientists have been working on a male birth control pill. This article reviews the development history of male birth control and what options might be available in the future.
New Year’s Resolution for Your Balls
Another year, another moment of “Damnit, I never came up with a new year’s resolution!” So you could shrug, and pick “get in shape” and pay for gym membership you [...]
Heat based contraception – natural birth control for men?
Can heat be used to lower sperm count? Sperm are much more sensitive to heat than the rest of the body. Prolonged exposure to heat sources such as hot tubs is a well-known cause of reduced sperm count. Repeated and consistent exposure to heat can knock down sperm count so low that it can render a man temporarily infertile.
Are Young Men at Risk for Prostate Cancer?
Prostate cancer is not just an old man’s disease. For a man, it’s important to rethink the common wisdom that you can be ‘too young’ for prostate cancer.
6 Habits That Wreck Your Sex Life (And How to Fix Them)
What you do can have an impact on your sex life. Learn 6 habits that can harm your fertility and cause issues in the bedroom
DocTalk: Will Ejaculating Too Much Hurt Me?
Does frequent ejaculation cause any health problems? We receive a surprising number of emails asking about this. Particularly, there quite a few guys who worry about frequent masturbation. Does it harm reproductive health? We asked urologist and male fertility specialist Dr. Kathleen Hwang this question. See what she had to say.
DocTalk: Side Effects of Clomid
An interview with Dr. Eric Seaman about the side effects of Clomid -- the good and the bad. Learn more about how this drug impacts your fertility and overall health.
By the Numbers: Surprising Stats about STIs
Sexually transmitted infections are more common that you may think. A recent report from the CDC shows that STIs are a growing problem with a record number of new infections reported in 2013. Learn the facts and how to stay safe.
BPA and Male Fertility
BPA is found in receipts, water bottles, and even canned goods. What is BPA? Where else is it found? And what is the relationship of BPA and male fertility?
Smoking and Sperm Count
Smoking is just bad for you. Period. But do you ever wonder what smoking could be doing to your sperm count?
Am I Normal? Normal Semen Volume: The Low Down on Your Load
What's the normal semen volume? How fast does semen travel during ejaculation? Find out what's normal and where you measure up.
Your Semen Analysis: Semen Liquefaction Time
Possibly the grossest thing you'll come across on your semen analysis report, "semen liquefaction time" often leaves people with more questions than answers. What does it mean? Why does it happen? And why does liquefaction time matter?