Diagnosis/treatment

* The 95% Rule: Understanding why the vast majority of pelvic pain is musculoskeletal, not bacterial. Key Discussion Points: * The Prostatitis Myth: Why the diagnosis is often a "label of exclusion" when doctors can’t find a clear cause. * The 95% Rule: Understanding why the vast...

In this conversation, Vindog, also known as Vincent LeVine, shares his personal journey with prostate cancer, detailing the initial diagnosis, the emotional turmoil that followed, and the various treatment options he considered. He emphasizes the importance of PSA testing and early screening...

https://www.sciencedirect.com/science/article/abs/pii/S0302283825048675 Testosterone Therapy in Adult Males with Hypogonadism (2025) Luca Boeri, Andrea Salonia, Thomas Masterson, John P. Mulhall, Leen Antonio, Giovanni Corona, Mohit Khera Abstract Background and objective Testosterone...

The statement, “That ‘drug’ already exists—and it’s strength training,” highlights the extensive and potent health benefits of resistance exercise, often described in medical literature as a form of "miracle drug" due to its wide-ranging positive effects on nearly every bodily system...

* Key discussions include the safety and efficacy of low-dose local vaginal estrogen, the importance of a patient-centered, shared decision-making approach, and clear consensus on when to use various therapies. The new interdisciplinary guidelines for the Genitourinary Syndrome of...

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Nelson's house u heard it here first! Dr. Shalender Bhasin! * over the past 4 decades he has become a global leader in the biology of androgens, sarcopenia and aging related functional decline, his research has shaped clinical guidelines, its informed public health policy particularly around...

[Note: Dr. Peter Carroll's presentation contains some graphic images for the purposes of medical education] Summary of the Transcript: Prostate Cancer Management and Evolving Practices Overview The speaker, a highly experienced urologist and surgeon, provides a comprehensive overview of the...

Keynote lecture on: Deconstructing a Syndrome – Genomic Insights into PCOS Causal Mechanisms and Classification Speaker: Andrea Dunaif, Icahn School of Medicine at Mount Sinai, USA

In this episode, Dr. Brandon and Dr. Morgentaler discuss the factors influencing erectile function, including physical and psychological causes, the evolution of understanding erectile dysfunction over time, and how ""hard enough"" is defined by functionality and individual needs. They also...

In this 9-minute presentation, Sigrid Carlsson, MD, PhD, MPH, Memorial Sloan-Kettering Cancer Center, New York, New York, reviews groundbreaking advancements in prostate cancer screening and data from the past year. [/URL] Advances in Prostate Cancer Screening: A Year in Review Presented at the...

Fig. 1 Proposed mechanism of testosterone and HIV on the systemic vasculature. This figure exemplifies the similarities of both TD and HIV on the vascular system and therefore the potential to enhance CVD risk. Both conditions lead to vessel injury and endothelial dysfunction, which increase...

In this insightful episode of the Dr. Geo Podcast, Dr. Geo Espinosa dives deep into chronic pelvic pain syndrome (CPPS), discussing its causes, diagnosis, and innovative therapies. Joining him is the renowned Dr. Jeanette Potts, a urologist and expert in CPPS, who brings her wealth of experience...

Chapters: 0:56 What is hematuria? 2:03 What would prompt a urine analysis? 3:25 What is the analysis process? 8:32 Can we isolate what's causing it before testing? 10:30 How often is hematuria a sign of something serious? 12:02 What about "joggers hematuria"? 14:19 How do bladder...

The Gabe Canales story and how it can help you and your sons and grandsons. Prostate cancer typically is diagnosed in men in their 60s. It’s considered a disease of aging, an old man’s disease. But Gabe Canales, a marketing & communications expert from Houston Texas, was diagnosed at age 35. It...

https://emedicine.medscape.com/article/205039-overview?form=fpf Practice Essentials In secondary polycythemia, the number of red blood cells (RBCs) is increased as a result of an underlying condition. Secondary polycythemia would more accurately be called secondary erythrocytosis or...

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ATLANTA, July 25, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- In a pivotal moment for improving the diagnosis and treatment of polycystic ovary syndrome (PCOS), an important PCOS Stakeholder Meeting is being held to address the urgent need for better diagnostic accuracy and health outcomes. This meeting, organized by...

In this second episode of a four-part Double Take video miniseries on depression from the New England Journal of Medicine, Drs. Anderson, Teel, and Scott-Vernaglia discuss available treatments for depression, including psychotherapy and first-line and second-line antidepressants. Dr. Sanacora...

In this first episode of a four-part Double Take video miniseries on depression from the New England Journal of Medicine, Dr. Scott-Vernaglia recounts her personal experiences with depression. She and Drs. Sanacora, Crawford, Teel, and Anderson discuss the prevalence of depression and the need...

The EAU Guidelines Office will provide a state-of-the-art update on male hypogonadism and testosterone replacement therapy. This recording will be of great educational value for urologists as internationally-known experts will focus on the controversial and challenging areas of this rapidly...

https://reachmd.com/programs/clinicians-roundtable/identifying-the-signs-and-symptoms-of-low-testosterone/18016/ There are numerous signs and symptoms of low testosterone with the most common ones including low energy, low libido, and erectile dysfunction. However, low testosterone can be...

Abstract Testosterone deficiency is common but often undiagnosed and untreated with many men struggling with symptoms for years before reaching out for healthcare professional advice. In order to gain a holistic view of the barriers to men accessing effective treatment, this qualitative study...

In this comprehensive interview, host Dr. Geo chats with guest expert Dr. Samir Taneja from NYU Langone Medical Center. They unpack the shift in prostate cancer diagnostics from traditional methodologies to more effective approaches using MRI and ultrasound technology. They also touch on the...

37.1 Introduction The evaluation of the male who presents with erectile dysfunction (ED) can be one the most impactful visits in the long-term health of the patient. As illustrated in this chapter, ED has a number of important implications for overall men’s health. ED may be the only symptom...

ABSTRACT Introduction Late-onset hypogonadism is a clinical entity characterized by low testosterone concentrations associated with clinical symptoms in the absence of organic disease in aging men. It has been associated with metabolic syndrome, reduced bone mineral density, and increased...

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Klinefelter syndrome: going beyond the diagnosis (2022) Gary Butler, Umasuthan Srirangalingam, Jennie Faithfull, Philippa Sangster, Senthil Senniappan, Rod Mitchell ABSTRACT Although Klinefelter syndrome (KS) is common, it is rarely recognized in childhood, sometimes being identified with...