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Men's Sexual Health Archive
Articles
New study investigates treatment-associated regrets in prostate cancer
A plant-based diet may protect against prostate cancer and ED
When is it safe to have sex after a heart attack?
New ways to think about sex
Help for erectile dysfunction
Steps to treating an enlarged prostate
Large review study finds low risk of erectile dysfunction after prostate biopsy
Choosing the right ED drug
Is male menopause real?
On call
Q. Do men go through a phase similar to what women experience with menopause?
A. You look in the mirror one day, perhaps in your 50s or early 60s, and you ask yourself, "Where did those love handles come from? Why do my once muscular pecs now sort of sag? And what about my diminished interest in sex? When did that happen?"
Affairs of the heart
Cardiovascular problems can conspire to put a damper on sexual enjoyment. Talking to your doctor and your partner can help.
A physical connection with your romantic partner is often an important part of a fulfilling relationship. But when it comes to matters of the heart, the health of your heart matters.
"A satisfying sex life depends on physical health, psychological well-being, and the quality of the relationship," says Dr. Jan Shifren, who directs the Massachusetts General Hospital Midlife Women's Health Center. Heart disease and related conditions can influence all three of those factors in both men and women. Here's a look at the range of those effects and some possible solutions.
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