What Should we know about Chlamydia Infection? Chlamydia infection is one of the commonest sexually transmitted infections in the US. It is caused by a bacterium known as Chlamydia trachomatis. The infection can easily be transmitted to unsuspecting sexual partners as it does not produce any symptom for a long time. According to statistics, 75% [...]

Testicular Cancer: Definition and Classification Testes are an important part of the male reproductive system. They resemble golf balls in their size and are located in the scrotal sacs present at the base of the penis. They two main functions of the testes are production of testosterone, the male sex hormone, and the production of [...]

What is Candidiasis? Candidiasis is a type of fungal infection that is typically caused by yeasts which belong to the family Candida. There are more than 20 different types of Candida yeasts that are known to cause infections in human beings but the most common is Candida albicans. The candida yeast normally thrives on human [...]

Prostate Cancer Survival Rate Prostate cancer has one of the highest survival rates among other cancers, as it grows slowly and is non-aggressive. Skin cancer is the most common cancer, followed by prostate cancer in men. Statistics reveal that 1 in 36 men die from prostate cancer. Most cases of the cancer of prostate are [...]

Sexuality and Spirituality When we talk about spirituality, we immediately feel that we are talking about something sacred, something that would bring us closer to our Creator. But the moment, we talk about sex, there is a sense of shame and guilt. We tend to believe that sex is a carnal pleasure associated with something [...]

What we Should know about Syphilis? Syphilis is a sexually transmitted bacterial infection which can have serious consequences if left untreated. It can be cured, but if left neglected, it can affect the brain, nervous system, and heart, and can even lead to death. Syphilis is a bacterial infection that is caused by treponema pallidum. [...]

Circumcision Complications: How a Botched Circumcision can be Fixed? Circumcision is an operation done to remove the foreskin so as to leave the glans penis uncovered. It is believed to be one of the oldest surgical procedures in the world. It began as a religious tradition and currently almost one sixth of all the males [...]

The Risks and Transmission Probabilities of Sexually Transmitted Diseases Anybody who lives a sexually active life runs the risk of being affected by sexually transmitted diseases (STD). The risk is especially high as a person who is suffering from a STD may or may not display any symptoms of the disease. The symptoms of STD [...]

Enlarged Prostate or Prostate Cancer? Prostate gland is a gland situated at the start of the urethra and is a part of the male reproductive system. A normal prostate gland weighs around 20 to 30 grams and secretes the fluid which nourishes the sperms. It is believed that in almost all men above the age [...]