July 4, 2008

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Men's Health Center   [ Home >  Men's Health >  More  Related Items ]   MEN'S HEALTH - NEWS CENTER Take a Minute to See If You're Losing Your Hair June 27, 2008 Maybe you've heard that shedding up to 100 hairs per day is normal. But, how much hair loss is really normal and how do you keep track? Bone Health in Older Men April 25, 2008 If you've been reading the News on Health and Age, you might have noticed that most of the osteoporosis news items focus on bone loss in women. But, older men lose bone mineral density (BMD), too, putting them at greater risk for fractures. A New, Better, Test for Prostate Cancer February 12, 2008 University of Michigan researchers have developed a simple urine test that screens for the presence of 4 different RNA molecules; this serves as an accurate test for prostate cancer. They have published this in the journal Cancer Research. Another Boost for Testosterone January 8, 2008 In older men, low testosterone levels are associated with a variety of changes: decrease in sexual desire and erectile function, changes in mood and emotions, a decrease in strength due to loss of muscle tissue, an increase in body fat. And lowered bone mineral density. Aspirin Can Interfere with Prostate Cancer Treatment January 6, 2008 I've written about drug-drug interactions before. In a letter to the New England Journal of Medicine, doctors from the Dana-Farber Cancer Institute describe their findings of an interaction between aspirin and androgen suppression therapy used for treating prostate cancer. The Breast Cancer Gene in Men Carries Increased Risks December 27, 2007 The role of the BRCA-1 and BRCA-2 gene mutations in causing cancer in women is well known. If at First You Don't Succeed, ... December 7, 2007 Please excuse the flippant title. Impotence is a very real and distressing disorder for many men, and even effective medications like sildenafil (Viagra®) aren't always a satisfactory solution. Statins May Help Radiotherapy in Prostate Cancer November 11, 2007 I've often discussed the many good things that statins seem to do. A paper presented at the recent American Society for Therapeutic Radiology and Oncology Meeting adds a new benefit to the list. The senior author was Dr Zelefsky from the Memorial Sloan-Kettering Cancer Center, New York. His team studied 871 men with stage T1 to T3 prostate cancer treated with radiotherapy. As many as 19% (168) were taking a statin drug at the time of diagnosis and treatment; none of them discontinued the statin, which was being taken to control LDL-cholesterol levels. Is Declining Testosterone Life-Shortening? June 26, 2007 We've mentioned the fall in blood testosterone levels in older men before. Now a larger study reported at the Endocrine Society Meeting shows that those old men with low testosterone carry a higher mortality risk. BPH Relief - Two New Approaches June 10, 2007 The American Urological Association meeting produced two reports of new approaches to the treatment of symptoms of benign prostate hypertrophy, or BPH, or prostatism. Both involve the use of drugs that are marketed with other indications, and which are not (yet) approved for use in BPH. What a Single PSA Level at Midlife Can Tell You June 6, 2007 At this year's American Urological Association meeting a scientist from Memorial Sloan Kettering Cancer Center presented some surprising findings. Lilja described the follow-up of men who had a PSA determination in their 40s - the actual data came from archived blood samples collected from over 21,000 men in Sweden. Avoiding Prostate Cancer - Two Setbacks May 25, 2007 Over the years the view has emerged that eating tomatoes or tomato products can protect one against prostate cancer. The most likely agent for this effect was considered to be the carotenoid antioxidant, lycopene. A new report in Cancer, Epidemiology Biomarkers, and Prevention counters this theory. 692 men in a collective of over 28,000 developed prostate cancer over an 8-year period. There was no association between serum lycopene levels and the development of prostate cancer or the risk of aggressive cancer. Elevated beta-carotene levels, on the other hand, were linked to an increased risk, which reached a 3-fold increased risk for distant-stage disease. Move Over, PSA - Here Comes EPCA-2 May 9, 2007 Prostate-specific antigen (PSA) is a protein produced by the cells of the prostate gland. It's normal for men to have low levels of PSA in their blood; however, prostate cancer or some benign (i.e. not cancerous) conditions, such as prostatitis and prostatic hyperplasia can increase PSA levels. Poor Sleep Lowers Testosterone in Older Men April 14, 2007 Getting a good night's sleep is becoming more important, according to researchers. Some months ago it was reported that sleeping longer made it less likely you will gain weight. Before that, news came that diabetics have improved glucose control if they sleep well. And now comes a publication in the journal Sleep that shows that the amount of nighttime sleep is linked to morning testosterone levels. Information leads to fewer prostate cancer screenings March 30, 2007 The more men know about prostate cancer, the less likely they are to opt for screening. Bike riding can impair your sex life February 12, 2007 Cycling can increase the risk of erectile dysfunction, according to a new study. Erectile dysfunction is a significant problem in the USA and is linked to heart risk February 5, 2007 Eighteen million men in the USA are affected by erectile dysfunction and most have heart disease risk factors. Gonorrhea is linked to bladder cancer risk January 11, 2007 Men who have a history of gonorrhoea also have a two-fold greater risk of bladder cancer according to a new study. Hair loss drug may lower PSA levels December 11, 2006 The hair loss drug finasteride can cause an artificial lowering of prostate specific antigen, according to a new study. Men are becoming more aware of testicular cancer, survey finds November 29, 2006 Young British men are more likely to check for testicular cancer than those in other European countries. Healthy aging is a matter of minimizing risk factors November 17, 2006 Avoidance of certain risk factors in midlife contributes powerfully to healthy aging, according to Japanese-American male study. Prostate cancer treatment may raise health risk September 21, 2006 Hormone treatment for prostate cancer increases men's risk of diabetes and heart disease. Do you know what you need to about prostate cancer? September 20, 2006 It is Prostate Cancer Awareness Month and a new opportunity to educate men about this common condition. Study reveals what causes pain during prostate biopsy September 18, 2006 Pain during prostate biopsy can be understood and dealt with, say expert urologists. Obesity linked to male infertility September 6, 2006 A 20 pound increase in weight leads to a ten per cent increase in male infertility. Children of men over 40 have increased risk of autism September 5, 2006 Older fathers are more likely to have a child with autism, according to a new study. Benefit of aspirin for prostate health is demonstrated by new research August 31, 2006 A study shows that aspirin and NSAIDs can prevent or delay benign prostatic hyperplasia. Pomegranate juice may help beat prostate cancer July 5, 2006 Patients who drank pomegranate juice after surgery reduced the rate of increase of prostate specific antigen. All is not lost if erectile dysfunction medication does not work July 3, 2006 Although medication for erection problems usually works, adding a second therapy helps if it does not. Erectile dysfunction drugs have other benefits June 26, 2006 A new review looks at the long-term impact of drugs for erectile dysfunction and find they help the heart and circulation. Men's health in the spotlight March 16, 2006 Suicide among men in Britain accounts for 100,000 years of life lost ,which is more than three times as many as prostate cancer. Delaying surgery may be acceptable for some men with hernias January 18, 2006 A comparison shows that men who delayed hernia surgery did no worse than those who did not. Screening for prostate cancer may not reduce mortality January 12, 2006 A comparison study suggests that screening for prostate cancer does not reduce a man's risk of dying from the disease. The UK Government will introduce screening for abdominal aortic aneurysm January 11, 2006 Men over 65 will be screened for aortic aneurysm under a new national screening program in Britain. Impotence drug improves urinary symptoms November 22, 2005 Sildenafil can relieve the symptoms associated with prostate enlargement. Why men don't go to the doctor November 15, 2005 A new survey suggest that the doctor's office is not doing enough to reach out to men with health issues. Safety of prostate operation in older men considered October 26, 2005 Men over 70 need not fear the complications of prostatectomy, say researchers. Annual prostate screen saves lives October 26, 2005 According to a new study, men who have an annual test for prostate cancer are three times less likely to die from the disease than those who do not. Exploring recent improvements in prostate cancer September 15, 2005 An evaluation study suggests that it is reclassification - rather than real improvements - that has led to recent increases in survival in prostate cancer. The benefits of robot-assisted prostate surgery September 5, 2005 A comparison shows that robot-assisted prostate surgery has benefits over open surgery but the cost of equipment is an important factor. Lifestyle and diet can help in prostate cancer August 16, 2005 Intensive alterations in diet and lifestyle can stop or even reverse the progress of prostate cancer, says a new study. Do not lower PSA threshold, experts say August 4, 2005 Lowering the prostate specific antigen threshold will subject men to unnecessary follow up testing with no proven benefit. Prostate cancer screening may reduce mortality July 13, 2005 Screening for prostate specific antigen may reduce the risk of death from prostate cancer by as much as 35 per cent. More on the link between PSA levels and prostate cancer July 11, 2005 A study shows that the link between PSA levels and prostate cancer is quite complex. Men in denial over weight problems July 8, 2005 A survey shows that some men are not aware they are overweight and do not know the health risks they may be running. Men with partners do better after prostate cancer treatment May 31, 2005 Being married or in a relationship improves the quality of life after having treatment for prostate cancer, according to a new study. Long-term outcome good in prostate cancer May 4, 2005 A study suggests that men with low-grade, localized prostate cancer do not need aggressive treatment. Tamoxifen reduces pain in prostate cancer April 18, 2005 Men who have beast enlargement and pain with prostate cancer can get relief from tamoxifen, according to a new study. Screening for aortic aneurysm could be worthwhile April 6, 2005 New recommendations suggest that men aged between 65 and 76 who have smoked could benefit from screening for aortic aneurysm. Cultural and social factors influence prostate cancer treatment April 1, 2005 Non-medical factors such as marital status and ethnicity govern many men's decisions on prostate cancer treatment. Men more likely to have prostate than colon cancer screening March 8, 2005 A survey shows that fewer than half of men have colon cancer screening compared to two thirds having prostate cancer screening. Temporary cognitive problems in men on hormone therapy March 1, 2005 A study shows that men taking hormone therapy for prostate cancer can expect to experience some cognitive decline in the short-term. Drug could save men from prostate cancer February 28, 2005 The drug finasteride could help to prevent prostate cancer, according to a new study. Obesity could affect prostate cancer screening January 24, 2005 Men who are obese have lower levels of prostate specific antigen which could confuse the results of screening for cancer. Red wine reduces prostate cancer risk January 14, 2005 Men who drink red wine have a significantly reduced risk of developing prostate cancer, according to a new study. The meaning of PSA levels after prostate surgery January 5, 2005 Prostate specific antigen levels may not fall to zero when a man has his prostate gland removed. Four year screening interval picks up most prostate cancers October 9, 2003 A study on prostate cancer screening reveals that a four year interval between checks is enough to detect most cases of the disease. New tool predicts need for prostate biopsy September 5, 2003 The number of unnecessary biopsies could be reduced, thanks to a new model of predicting who is at risk of prostate cancer. Pesticide exposure could increase prostate cancer risk September 1, 2003 A re-analysis suggests that occupational exposure to pesticides could increase a man's risk of prostate cancer. Men are also at risk of osteoporosis August 1, 2003 Genetic factors may predispose some men towards developing osteoporosis, researchers say. Prostate cancer gene identified in African-American men July 4, 2003 A new study has found that mutations in a specific gene are more common among African-American men who have prostate cancer. Men should take to their bikes to avoid cancer! July 3, 2003 Taking more exercise could help crack the growing problem of male obesity in the UK. Drug reduces prostate cancer risk July 2, 2003 A drug which reduces an enlarged prostate gland also reduces the risk of prostate cancer, a study finds. Gene therapy could protect from erectile dysfunction May 6, 2003 Treating patients with gene therapy before removing the prostate gland could prevent erectile dysfunction. Soy extract reduces prostate cancer marker May 5, 2003 A group of men undergoing 'watchful waiting' for prostate cancer saw a decrease in marker protein when taking genistein, a soy extract. Cigarette smoking linked to erectile dysfunction March 10, 2003 Men smoking more than 20 cigarettes a day have a significantly bigger risk of erection problems compared to men who have never smoked. Men at high risk of prostate cancer to be screened November 4, 2002 Men who have gene variants that predispose to cancer will be monitored in a pilot screening program in Europe. Men want prostate screening despite drawbacks October 9, 2002 Most men with prostate cancer are strongly in favour of the prostate specific antigen test, even though it does not lead to an improvement in survival. Overdiagnosis in prostate cancer July 4, 2002 Men are increasingly being diagnosed with prostate cancers that would otherwise have remained undetected during their lifetime.   RELATED ITEMS Men - Are You at Risk for Osteoporosis? 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