Mental Health Conditions in Men
Mental Health Conditions in Men Men may not be accurately represented by the statistics addressing male mental health conditions, such as depression, anxiety, and suicide. The reason for this possible inaccuracy is that men are more likely to bottle up their emotions, avoid appointments with doctors, and underreport their medical symptoms. So, while the data may or may not suggest otherwise, it must be understood that men are highly prone to mental health issues such as depression…
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Prostate Cancer Diagnosis And Treatment
Prostate Health: Prostate Cancer Diagnosis And Treatment Cancer is a disease process that affects almost anyone, yet some cancer types are specific to males, such as prostate cancer. Prostate cancer has a high prevalence in men. In fact, prostate cancer is the leading cancer diagnosis in men, accounting for more than 1 million cases annually (approximately 100,000 cases in the United States alone). Of the cancers that occur in males, prostate cancer has a 99% five-year survival…
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The Prevalence of Heart Disease in Men
The Prevalence of Heart Disease in Men One of the most important conditions in men’s health is heart disease. Unfortunately, coronary artery disease affects an overwhelming number of men in our society, and it’s necessary to discuss this condition in more detail. While women have a high risk for heart disease, men are more likely to be diagnosed 7-10 years earlier than women. The reason for this statistic is most likely due to the following issues: Men…
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The Impact of Uncontrolled Diabetes in Men
The Impact of Uncontrolled Diabetes Diabetes is a complicated health condition affecting nearly 35 million individuals, and 88 million more are diagnosed with prediabetes in the United States alone. Unfortunately, it also happens to be the seventh leading cause of death in America, according to the American Diabetes Association. The impact of uncontrolled diabetes on the health of the human body can be detrimental. So it’s problematic that some individuals with diabetes are unwilling to properly manage…
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Prostate Health: Benign Prostatic Hyperplasia
Prostate Health: Benign Prostatic Hyperplasia The prostate is a small gland located right below the bladder. The function of the prostate is to produce seminal fluid, which is the fluid that provides nutrients and a means of transport for sperm. The prostate can be affected by specific medical issues as men age, and it’s imperative to be aware of their prevalence in men’s health. The prostate is the most commonly affected gland in the male body, prevailing…
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Osteoporosis In Men
Osteoporosis In Men Osteoporosis is a common health condition seen in both men and women, typically of an older age demographic. While the prevalence of such a condition is lower in men, osteoporosis persists to be a significant public health risk for men, in part due to the aging population. Even though osteoporosis is more commonly seen in women, it is a more significant risk to men regarding total mortality and morbidity rates. Osteoporosis is an important…
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