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Getting a PSA Test During Prostate Health Month
PSA stands for prostate-specific antigen, a protein that the prostate regularly produces. Elevated levels of PSA can indicate the presence of prostate cancer. A PSA test is a relatively simple blood test. It is not definitive for prostate cancer, and a positive result simply indicates the need for further investigation. A number of other factors […]
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Tips for Prostate Health
Did you know that getting some sun is important for prostate health? The vitamin D that sunshine provides helps reduce the likelihood that you will get prostate cancer. While it is important to avoid overexposure to the sun, a few minutes daily can be good for your health. There are several other steps you can […]
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Visit a Men’s Health Clinic During Prostate Health Month
Did you know that it is normal for your prostate to become larger as you age? A visit to a men’s health clinic can help you understand more about your prostate and prostate health. An enlarged prostate is generally benign, but in some cases, it might lead to uncomfortable symptoms, such as problems with urination […]
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Low T and “Male Menopause”
Although it may be surprising, men go through hormonal changes as they age just as women do. While it is not entirely accurate to refer to the drop in hormone levels experienced by men as “male menopause,” some medical professionals do use this or “andropause” to talk about low t and other hormonal changes in […]