Diabetes can take its toll on your whole body, including putting you at risk of dental and oral health problems such as diabetic ulcers in the mouth and gum disease. Mouth Ulcers Mouth ulcers are sores or lesions that typically appear on the soft tissue and inner parts of the mouth such as the cheek […]

Learning that you have benign prostatic hyperplasia (BPH), commonly known as an enlarged prostate, can come as a shock. It’s natural to feel concerned about your diagnosis and have questions you need answers to. For your peace of mind, we’ve separated the myths from the facts surrounding BPH so you’re better prepared and feel more […]

According to the CDC, around 13 men in every 100 will get prostate cancer at some point in their lives. It’s the second most common cancer after breast cancer. Similarly, half of all males over 50 and 70% of males over 60 will experience problems associated with an enlarged prostate. So, is there a connection? The technical […]

Benign prostatic hyperplasia (BPH) and prostate cancer are two of the most common conditions affecting the prostate gland. Both conditions share similar symptoms which is why men often think they have prostate cancer when they don’t. This article discusses the difference between BPH and prostate cancer symptoms, so you can determine just how quickly you […]

man searching medical condition on laptop If you’re experiencing urinary problems, you may be wondering whether you have prostatis or BPH. Prostatitis and BPH are two different problems that affect the prostate gland. Prostatitis means the gland is inflamed, often due to infection or other reasons. Meanwhile, BPH is when the prostate grows bigger but […]

Benign prostatic hyperplasia (BPH) is a non-cancerous prostate gland enlargement, mostly affecting men aged 50 or over. BPH is such a common condition that doctors believe all men will have an enlarged prostate if they live long enough. Typical signs include frequently having the urge to urinate and a weaker urine stream. Many men adapt […]

Neuropathy is a distressing medical condition that is estimated to affect over 20 million people in the US, but what triggers neuropathy, and what can you do to prevent or manage the condition? Understanding neuropathy Individuals with neuropathy encounter damage in their peripheral nerve cells, which are responsible for transmitting signals between the brain and other parts […]

When we consider embarrassing health problems, hemorrhoids are among the first things that come to mind. Yet, there is another condition many men simply don’t talk about – varicoceles! So what are Varicoceles? It’s a condition that affects around 15% of all adult males and occurs when veins in the scrotum become dilated and enlarged, similar to varicose veins […]

Just as the food you eat can impact your overall health, it can also affect your vein health. But while eating a good diet won’t eradicate existing conditions such as varicose veins, good nutrition can and will stop them from getting worse. So how do the foods you eat impact your vein health? Let’s take […]

According to research carried out by The Sage Group in November 2013 approximately 50% of patients suffering from a diabetic foot ulcer (DFU) were also suffering from peripheral artery disease (PAD). This was a significant find since research revealed that DFU with PAD is quite different concerning location, morbidity, severity, mortality and costs. Consequently, experts concluded that […]