What to do if GLP-1 Medications Reduce Libido
It’s a difficult question to even ask. Can weight-loss wonder drugs like Ozempic and Wegovy also reduce libido? There’s been a wave of fascination, almost a collective obsession, with this new class of GLP-1 drugs, often described as revolutionary. One topic, however, isn’t being discussed nearly enough. It sits quietly beneath the surface, weighed down […]
When medications affect sex: understanding some common sexual side effects
Most people expect a prescription medication to make life easier, providing a specific benefit, such as lower blood pressure, improved mood, less anxiety. What is not anticipated is that the same little pill can start whispering into another part of life we care about deeply: desire, pleasure, intimacy. It’s awkward to bring up and easy […]
Why Healthy Aging Matters
September is Healthy Aging Month, and it’s a perfect reminder that getting older doesn’t mean slowing down. In fact, it can be a time to thrive. Healthy aging is about staying strong, feeling good, and keeping connected to the things that bring joy, whether that’s dancing, hiking, laughing with grandchildren, or pursuing new passions. Aging is […]
Peyronie’s Disease: Symptoms, Causes, and Treatment
Some men may begin to notice the development of a noticeable curve in the penis during an erection. This can be alarming, especially when it’s painful or affects sexual intercourse. The facts are that as men grow older, the incidence of this phenomenon grows quite substantially. For some men, this change may be due to […]
Here’s How Urologists Treat ED
Treatment for men who are experiencing erectile dysfunction and failing to get a satisfactory erection in sexual activity has gone through a few substantial upgrades over the past thirty years. In the past, the condition was regarded as a sign of impotence and weakness, and admitting to erectile dysfunction (ED) was a matter of shame. […]
Understanding High Blood Pressure
Let’s put it in dramatic terms: if high blood pressure were a character in a story, it would be the quiet neighbor who turns out to be a serial killer. It’s subtle, gives no nasty warning signs, and by the time it makes its move, it’s probably too late to prevent any damage. Now, perhaps […]
Dos and Don’ts When You Buy Viagra Online
Searching online for “buy erectile dysfunction (ED) drugs” pulls up countless websites offering popular ED medications as well as natural treatments that claim to work just as well. But are online ED drugs safe? They might not be if they are not from a legitimate source. For a first-time buyer of Viagra, it can be […]
A Valentine’s Guide For Sexually Active People Aged 55+
Most people, regardless of their age, feel comfortable talking about health topics like smoking, diet, and exercise, but when it comes to sex, it is rarely discussed among people over 40 years old. Sexual health is a matter of common interest at all ages, and it needs to share the spotlight as people get older. […]
Beyond the diagnosis: Navigating sex after prostate therapy
For most of history, almost all men felt too embarrassed to seek help if they experienced difficulties “behind closed doors.” Unfortunately, this attitude kept men from seeking professional help even if they were only experiencing these problems as a natural side effect of a different and unrelated health problem. Happily, there has been a 180-degree […]
Understanding and treating prostate cancer
A few months ago, a friend came to me for some advice. He knows I am a health writer and researcher. He called me quite panicked after a consultation with his specialist physician. Putting it mildly, he was frightened by the words he had heard, almost to the point of not being able to listen […]
