Angiokeratomas and What to Do About Them
An angiokeratoma is a collection of blood vessels that grows just under the skin in response to increased venous blood pressure. These small (usually up to about 3 mm or...
Cuts, Scrapes, Abrasions, Bites, and Blows to the Penis and What to Do About Them
Doctors don't usually see a lot of cuts, scrapes, bites, and blows to the penis, a group of problems generally known as traumatic soft tissue injury to the penis. That...
Male Masturbation and Knee Problems
Traditional Chinese Medicine has a very complex theory of the relationship between masturbation in men and knee problems. I'm not a Traditional Chinese Medicine doctor, but the theory goes something...
How to Tell Whether You Might Be Pregnant Even Before You Can Have a Pregnancy Test
There are some ways women can detect pregnancy even before they can use a pregnancy test. First of all, let's consider late periods and what a late period really is. ...
When Do Women Under 18 Need Parental Consent for Abortions?
Different jurisdictions have different laws regarding the availability of abortions to minors. In this article is a summary of rights of minors to abortions in a number of states and...
Whey, Protein, and Erectile Function in Men
Erectile dysfunction in varying degrees is not uncommon in bodybuilders who consume large amounts of protein in the hopes that it will help them gain muscle. The problems with impotence...
The Truth About Pearly Penile Papules
Pearly penile papules (that's actually the medical term) are not a rare occurrence. They occur in about 12 percent of men who have been circumcised and in about 22 percent...
What To Expect From "Plan B" Morning-After Contraception
The medication most commonly marketed as "Plan B," containing the chemical levonorgestrel, is an emergency contraceptive that can be used up to 120 hours after sexual intercourse to prevent conception. It's...
"Heavy" Implantation Bleeding and Other Signs of Pregnancy
Most women know that a sensation that feels like menstrual cramps coming just a day or two early about two weeks after unprotected intercourse can be a sign of pregnancy...
What a Brown Discharge Means When You're Not Pregnant
Most women who haven't passed through menopause yet have clear or white discharges several times a month. Mild smelling or odorless, a clear discharge means that estrogen levels are up...