
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...

I Want To Build Muscle: Do I Need Lots Of Protein?
Athletes, it seems, are pretty obsessed with protein. If you're new to working out, you'll soon be pulled into the whole protein-shake spiel, and may become convinced that more is...

Can Teenagers Safely Lift Weights?
Can teenagers safely engage in strength training, including weight lifting, or should they wait until they're adults? Is Weightlifting Dangerous For Teenagers? The idea that teenagers, who are still physically...

Regional Fat Distribution And Fat Loss
Fat tissue is very important for the proper functioning of the human body. In addition to serving as an energy reserve, it has an important role in thermoregulation and the...

I Think I Want To Work Out: Exercise For 'Dummies'
So, you are completely new to exercising and would like some guidelines? First off, congratulations on deciding to give yourself the gift of regular, organized, physical activity! By working out...

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...