Men Tips

posted by RobNHM on Apr 8

Prostate cancer means that cancer cells form in the tissues of the prostate, the walnut-sized gland that surrounds the urethra in men. It is the most common cancer in American men after skin cancer. Prostate cancer tends to grow slowly compared with most other cancers and may require 10, 20, or 30 years before the tumor gets big enough to cause symptoms. Eventually, cancer cells may metastasize (spread) throughout the body.

By the time symptoms appear, the cancer may be more advanced. By age 50, very few men have symptoms of prostate cancer, yet some precancerous or cancerous cells are present. More than half of all American men have some cancer in their prostate glands by the age of 80. Most of these cancers never pose a problem. They either give no signs or symptoms or never become a serious threat to health. A much smaller percentage of men are actually treated for prostate cancer. Many men with prostate cancer do not die from this disease.

Prostate cancer can sit quietly for years, and most men with the disease have no obvious symptoms. When symptoms finally appear, they may be similar to the symptoms of BPH:

* Trouble passing urine
* Frequent urge to pass urine
* Weak or interrupted stream
* Pain or burning
* Nagging pain in the back, hips, or pelvis

Prostate cancer can spread to the lymph nodes of the pelvis, or it may spread throughout the body, often to the bones. Bone pain, especially in the back, can be a symptom. The risk factors for prostate cancer are:

* Age — being 50 or older increases the risk of prostate cancer
* Race — African-American men have the highest risk; Asian-American men have the lowest; Caucasian, Hispanic and Native-American men are in between.
* Family History — The risk is two to three times higher in men whose fathers or brothers have had the disease; slightly higher for men whose mothers and sisters have had breast cancer
* Diet — higher in men who eat high fat diets with few fruits and vegetables

Early detection is crucial to successful treatment. Men over the age of 50 should have annual prostate exams by a qualified physician who may perform one or more of the following:

* Health history and current symptoms
* Digital rectal exam (DRE) — The DRE is the standard way to check the prostate. With a gloved and lubricated finger, the doctor feels the prostate from the rectum. The test lasts about 10 to 15 seconds. This exam checks for size, firmness, and texture of the prostate; any hard areas, lumps, or growth spreading beyond the prostate; and pain in the prostate.
* Prostate Specific Antigen Test (PSA) — PSA is a protein made by normal cells and prostate cancer cells. It is found in the blood and can be measured with a blood test. PSA levels can rise if a man has prostate cancer, but a high PSA is not proof of cancer. PSA levels go up with age. African-American men tend to have higher PSA levels. Doctors often use a score of 4 (nanograms) or higher to determine that further tests are necessary.
* Prostate Biopsy — If cancer is suspected, a biopsy may be indicated. Usually performed by a urologist, small tissue samples are taken directly from the prostate and examined under a microscope. Most men who have biopsies after routine exams do not have cancer, but it is best to check if cancer is suspected.

Treatment options for prostate cancer include:

* Surgery
* Radiation, including implantable radon seeds
* Chemotherapy
* A combination of the above

Dr. Joseph Mix a Professor of Health Sciences at Liberty University, a member of the American College of Nutrition, and a Certified Nutrition Specialist has conducted original research in the area of herbal medicine. Go to http://www.NaturalHealthMix.com for more information.

posted by TotalGSD on Apr 8

Men would rather drive around lost than ask for directions, and often develop the same resistance to divorce advice. Well-meaning friends and associates who have either “been there-done that”, or know of a real “mad-dog” lawyer, will be the first to tell their stories or offer their assistance. Most often this is not the advice a man needs, or the stories he wants to hear. Useful advice for men experiencing the big “D” is often hard to find. Much of the available advice is even harder to defend.

Many websites and blogs suggest that men summarily receive unequal treatment in the Courts, perpetuating misinformation, and angry rhetoric instead of explaining the judicial and emotional process of divorce. Evaluate your own divorce options and position by sticking to the facts of your own situation and try not to form predisposed notions of how you will be mistreated by the Court. If you are forthcoming, honest and reasonable, the Court will treat you reasonably and with respect.

The best divorce advice for men is that which facilitates a reasonable and fair settlement for BOTH parties with as little involvement by an attorney as possible, dependent upon the size and complexity of your marital estate. Although divorce is fraught with emotion and pain on both sides, relentless battles over children and possessions solves little while only increasing bitterness and strain, and decreasing assets with rapidly mounting attorney fees.

Whether plaintiff or defendant, primary breadwinner or stay-at-home Dad, your best interest will be served by making an honest, realistic attempt to settle your monetary as well as custodial divorce issues as equitably as possible - not to say you must give your soon-to-be ex-spouse everything she asks for, but that you must be reasonable in your division of both assets and liabilities of the marital estate, based on the earning capacity and history of both parties, the length of the marriage, number of dependent children and their ages, as well as how best to maintain a nearly equal standard of living for all involved.

Your State of residence will have bearing on how involved you must be with an attorney with regards to “community” versus “separate” property, and “fault” versus “no-fault” divorce States, as well as physical and legal custody of minor children. In California for instance, the Court does not adjudicate Fault in a divorce, nor does it necessarily favor one parent over another. That the Court in California favors the mother and is biased towards women when it comes to physical custody of minor children, is a myth among men.

In fact, the bias regarding custody of minor children tends toward the childrens’ primary caregiver, be that mother OR father, and is addressed on a case by case basis. California Superior Courts widely utilize a family support division with mandatory counseling for divorcing parents and children, facilitating the development of a custody agreement separate from any monetary settlement and future judgment.

The Court’s final judgment will include the agreed upon arrangements under the custody agreement, along with any child support if appropriate, as well as any alimony due one party by the other. In most States it is possible to represent yourself in a divorce, i.e. without an attorney, called IN PRO PER, but I do not recommend this, especially if your spouse has retained an attorney. Family law is a vast and complicated science in addition to the court rules and procedures. Moreover, even experienced attorneys rarely represent themselves, as emotion can cloud ones’ ability to think clearly and make reasonable and rational decisions.

I do advise you to have as many issues resolved as possible prior to consulting a lawyer, and make every effort to have your attorney only ask for what you truly KNOW to be fair and equitable, while expecting the same from your spouse. This is often the toughest part of any divorce.

So, to the point:

1) DO know the value of your marital estate, i.e. cash on hand, i.e. checking and savings accounts, real estate “fair market value”, value of investment, retirement funds, annual income from work or self-employment and how title is held with beneficiaries, personal property, etc. Have copies of all documents, and tax returns for the past 3 years.

2) DO your homework! Get divorce tips through credible self-help references online and on attorneys through your State Bar Association. Your local County Superior Court has information on the procedure for filing the divorce papers, the filing fees, and court rules. Your local bookstore and library can also provide a myriad of valuable reference resources (remember, this is in the Non-fiction section).

3) DO consult a well-respected attorney, and a family therapist for emotional support.

4) DO maintain a loving relationship with your children - YOU ARE THE ADULT - and set a good example by maintaining an amiable, working relationship with your spouse.

5) DO NOT try to hide assets or minimize income. When the Court discovers the truth (and they will), you will have diminished your own credibility.

6) DO NOT make unrealistic settlement demands, as these will tend to diminish the validity of your legitimate claims.

7) DO NOT force children to choose between you and their mother, either in time spent together, loyalty or affection. The divorce is not their fault. Try your best to work out and stick to an agreement regarding physical custody and visitation, or respect your children’s decisions if they are over the age of 12. You will be rewarded with their love and respect in the long term, even if it seems unbearable now.

DO NOT use your children for negotiation, as messengers, or pawns to punish your spouse, and do not make derogatory remarks about their mother. All of these tactics will have the reverse of their intended effect.

ABOVE ALL: Remember - divorce is not a crime, nor should you be ashamed of being divorced! Regardless of the reasons for your divorce, you must do whatever you can to maintain your self-esteem, your job, your extended family relationships and your friendships. The sooner a settlement is reached the sooner you can move on and begin the process of rebuilding your life and enjoying all it has to offer - once again.

As a man, you’ll feel the odds are against you when dealing with divorce. You will want to start planning and getting all financial records in order. Many of our Divorces range from $249- $299. Learn more about legal issues

posted by RobNHM on Apr 8

For men under age 50, the most common problem of the prostate is prostatitis, and for men over age 50, the most common prostate problem is prostate enlargement. This condition is also called benign prostatic hyperplasia (BPH). The prostate, which surrounds the urethra in men, is typically the size of a walnut, but with age, it can increase to the size of a lemon. When this occurs, pressure is put on the urethra, which can make urinating difficult.

The reason the prostate starts to enlarge is not specifically known, but it is thought to be related to the effect of male hormones, including testosterone, on the aging gland. Family history of prostate enlargement can also increase the odds of developing BPH. BPH is very common - affecting over 10 million American men. That includes half of all men over the age of 50 and nearly 80% of men over the age of 70. Older men are also at risk for prostate cancer, but prostate cancer is much less common than BPH.

BPH is not linked to cancer and does not raise your chances of getting prostate cancer - yet the symptoms for BPH and prostate cancer can be similar and include:

- Hesitancy (difficulty urinating)
- Frequency (urinating more frequently than usual)
- Nocturia (frequent urination at night)
- Feeling that the bladder has not fully emptied
- Urgency (a strong urge to pass urine)
- Stasis (decreased urinary flow)
- Stopping and starting again several times while passing urine
- Urinary tract infections

While there is no cure for BPH, medications or surgery can often relieve the symptoms. BPH symptoms do not always grow worse. In general, there are four ways to manage BPH:

1. Watchful waiting (regular check-ups with your doctor)
Men with mild symptoms of BPH who do not find them bothersome often choose this approach. Watchful waiting means getting annual checkups.

2. Drug Therapy
Millions of American men with mild-to-moderate BPH symptoms have chosen prescription drugs over surgery since the early 1990s. There are two main types of drugs used. One type, which is alpha-blockers, relaxes muscles near the prostate, while the other type-5 alpha-reductase inhibitors, such as finasteride - shrinks the prostate gland.

3. Natural Health Remedies
Some specific natural supplements have been proven to promote prostate health. The following are examples of herbs and nutrients that are used to support prostate health:

- Saw palmetto, a natural herb, has been clinically shown to decrease the urinary symptoms associated with BPH.
- Ginger root has powerful anti-inflammatory effects.
- Both nettle root extract, which increases urinary output, and pumpkin seed have been approved by Germany’s Commission E for relieving urinary disorders associated with BPH.
- Pygeum bark extract decreases frequency of nighttime urination, permits more complete emptying of the bladder, and increases peak urine flow by about 23%.
- Maca root decreases symptoms of BPH and may have a great side effect of improving sexual function.
- L-Arginine is an essential amino acid, which may play a role in improving sexual function, as well as in enhancing the immune system.
- Green tea leaf contains an active ingredient that is a powerful antioxidant polyphenol compound, which may reduce symptoms of BPH and may play a role in cancer prevention.
- Vitamin E protects the prostate from oxidative damage by unstable molecules known as free radicals.
- Zinc is an antioxidant mineral, which protects the prostate from oxidative damage.
- Selenium, another antioxidant mineral, protects the prostate from oxidative damage.

There are many herbal supplements that contain some of these ingredients, but look for the supplements that include all of these ingredients for maximum effectiveness.

4. Surgery
Surgery is used when symptoms are severe or drug therapy has not worked well. Types of surgeries include:

- TURP (transurethral resection of the prostate) is the most common surgery for BPH, accounting for 90% of all BPH surgeries. The surgery takes about 90 minutes. The doctor passes an instrument through the urethra and trims away extra prostate tissue, which is sent to a laboratory to check for cancer.
- TUIP (transurethral incision of the prostate) is similar to TURP.
- TUNA (transurethral needle ablation) removes excess prostate tissue using radio waves.
- TUMT (transurethral microwave thermotherapy) uses microwaves sent through a catheter to destroy excess prostate tissue.
- TUVP (transurethral electroevaporation of the prostate) uses electrical current to vaporize prostate tissue.
- Open prostatectomy means the surgeon removes the prostate through a cut in the lower abdomen. This surgery carries a higher risk of complications (incontinence, impotence) than other options.

Be sure to discuss options with your doctor and ask about the potential short and long-term benefits and risks of each procedure.

Dr. Joseph Mix a Professor of Health Sciences at Liberty University, a member of the American College of Nutrition, and a Certified Nutrition Specialist has conducted original research in the area of herbal medicine. Go to http://www.NaturalHealthMix.com for more information.

posted by akalloh on Apr 8

When finally it comes to sex, “Am I big enough?” has simply got to be the top question men have been asking themselves in the privacy of their own minds since forever. And most of them answer the question the wrong way, because men always tend to compare themselves with other people. This leads to doubts and questions about the size of their penises and performance adequacy. Many men go to ridiculous lengths to offset what they perceive as a shortcoming on their side. But is it really a problem?

This kind of behaviour is very common. Nearly every man asks himself the size question at some point or another in his life and since men are too afraid to ask the question directly, they never get a satisfactory answer. And so the matter drags on in their minds instead of being put to rest once and for all. It’s a shame that some men find nothing better to do with their time and efforts than to prove to themselves and to the world that they don’t have small penises. This fear of being too small may grow to become a serious problem for some men. It’s a blight upon their confidence and it may drive them to do silly things.

Women are looking for other things aside from a big penis. It’s not that having 7 or 8 inches doesn’t help at all. Women like to ogle men before getting into anything serious and a sizeable bulge in the pants scores points with them. Studies and polls have conclusively shown that women are far more interested in partners with good hygiene habits and who know how to bring them to orgasm, big penis or no big penis.

Therefore penis size is nothing more than an item on the big check list for most women. Something akin to: “Penis size check - done. Now let’s move on to something even more important”.

The average penis size is 5.5 to 6 inches. And since most men are this size and still think themselves below average, it follows that men are not very good at judging their own size. If you start asking men about the size of their penises, you can be certain that most men would give themselves an extra inch or two, just to come across as really hung guys. However, a bigger organ may look impressive, but if it’s too big to fit comfortably inside the vagina or if the owner is clueless in bed, then all those inches are wasted. And the worst part of all this is the fact that most women care more about the quality and intensity of sex and less about the size of the man’s penis.

If you’re an average-sized guy and not content with your size, there are a few tricks that can help make your penis look bigger. The actual penis size can be hidden by the pubic hair. So, if you think you could profit from this, trim your pubic hair. Another simple trick is to have a hot shower before sex. The hot water would help fill the penis with blood and make it hang heavier than normal. Or you could lose some weight. The pad of fat located at the base of the penis can grow in size along with the overall body fat and may obscure the base of the penis. Losing weight would decrease the pad and bring back the hidden inches.

Still, the easiest thing you could do is to have an honest talk with your partner and find out if your penis is adequate in size or if your partner actually cares about this. Still, be advised that, more often than not, an honest talk is likely to bring up other relationship-related issues than penis size. Penis size should be the least of your worries.

If you’re still unsatisfied with your penis size take Prosolution or VigrxPlus penis enlargement pills.

posted by bpt123 on Apr 8

PE is a rising problem for lots of men worldwide.. PE is not only a sexual problem for the man but a source for relationship problems for couples.This problem can be rather alarming for everyone wanting to improve their sex lives.

There are several reasons why premature ejaculation can occur, and there is a cure. Anyway, finding out the main cause should be the most important step for anyone suffering from premature ejaculation.

Below are some of the reasons why premature ejaculation occurs. While there may be other reasons, these are among the most common. This does not mean, however, that they are the only reasons and will fit every situation.

This problem usually occurs when sex hormones cause extreme levels of arousal that cannot be stopped. These hormones are overly produced, and can actually speed up the ejaculation process.

This occurs because these hormones control what happens during sex.In our case, the body is producing too much of this hormone too quickly causing the ejaculation process to speed up.

If overstimulation happens, you will lose all control of your ejaculation process.

There are some possible medical reasons for premature ejaculation. Most PE problems stem from physiological causes such as mentioned above.

However if you suspect your case to be a medical problem, consult your doctor. This would depend on what medications you’re taking and what reactions they could have on your body.This is a possibility even though it’s an uncommon cause.

If you’re suffering from PE, you’ll be probably be happy to know there are many effective cures out there.

As I said above, there are certain medications and methods out there that were specifically developed to take care of this problem.

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