Men's Sexual Health Questions

Very common — around 30% of men over 40 have some degree of erectile dysfunction. It's usually treatable. Causes range from vascular disease (a warning sign for heart problems), diabetes, medications, hormonal issues, and psychological factors — often several combined. Treatment options include lifestyle changes, oral medications (sildenafil, tadalafil), addressing underlying conditions, and — for some — specialist treatments. A urologist or andrologist can assess and treat this.

If it's persistent (more than a few weeks), affecting your relationships or self-esteem, or accompanied by other symptoms (chest pain on exertion, changes in urination, low libido). Erection problems can be an early sign of cardiovascular disease — sometimes preceding a heart attack by 3-5 years. Getting checked isn't just about sex; it's a whole-body health signal.

A semen analysis measures sperm count (normal: over 15 million per ml), motility (over 40%), morphology, and volume. Testing needs 2-5 days of abstinence beforehand, then a fresh sample delivered to a certified lab within an hour. Results vary — one abnormal test should be repeated. Fertility depends on both partners, so both should be evaluated when there's difficulty conceiving after a year of trying.

Almost never. Most testosterone-boosting supplements have no evidence of raising testosterone meaningfully, and some are adulterated with actual hormones or banned substances. Genuine testosterone deficiency needs proper blood testing and — if confirmed — physician-prescribed hormone therapy with monitoring. Feeling tired or having lower libido doesn't automatically mean low testosterone; it's often lifestyle, sleep, or mental health related.

Directly. Doctors are used to these conversations and won't judge. Book a slot with enough time (not a 5-minute follow-up). If uncomfortable with your regular doctor, seek an urologist or andrologist specifically. Say 'I want to discuss sexual health' upfront so the doctor allocates time. These conversations get easier — and the sooner problems are addressed, the better the outcomes.

Men do not go through menopause in the same way women do, but they experience a gradual, age-related decline in testosterone known as andropause or late-onset hypogonadism.

Incorporating strawberries into your diet and skincare routine can provide several skin benefits, including:

Strawberries are low in calories but provide a wealth of essential nutrients. Their nutritional profile includes:

There are many creative ways to include strawberries in your skincare routine. Here are some suggestions:

Speak to your obstetrician before taking any remedy in pregnancy. Do not stop or reduce thyroxine: untreated hypothyroidism in pregnancy raises the risk of miscarriage and affects the baby's development. Your doctor will usually check TSH every 4 to 6 weeks.

No. There is no reliable evidence that homeopathy cures hypothyroidism or restores thyroid hormone production. Hypothyroidism is treated with thyroid hormone replacement (levothyroxine). Some people use homeopathy alongside it for general well-being.

A homeopath chooses remedies based on the whole person, for example Sepia, Thyroidinum, Calcarea Carbonica or Iodum, not on the diagnosis alone. Remedies are complementary only and are never a replacement for thyroxine.

No. Starting homeopathy is not a reason to reduce or stop thyroxine. Most people with hypothyroidism need thyroid hormone long term, and stopping it can lead to serious complications. Any dose change must be decided by your doctor based on TSH tests.

You should contact your healthcare team if you develop increasing or severe abdominal pain, fever, persistent vomiting, heavy bleeding, difficulty breathing, or feel increasingly unwell rather than improving.

Recovery time varies. Diagnostic laparoscopies may be day cases, while procedures involving treatment can take longer. It's important to plan for rest and arrange transportation home, as driving immediately after anesthesia is not advised.

Common symptoms after laparoscopy include shoulder pain (due to gas used during surgery), abdominal bloating, mild abdominal pain or cramping, tiredness, and a sore throat from the anesthesia tube. Bruising around the small incisions is also possible.

A laparoscopy for infertility allows a direct view of the pelvic organs. It can diagnose and sometimes treat conditions like endometriosis, adhesions, or tubal abnormalities that might be contributing to infertility.