Can it be cured? What is it?Genital herpes is a sexually transmitted infection caused by the herpes simplex virus (HSV). HSV can affect the skin and mucous membranes of the genitals, anus, and mouth. There are two types of VHS:…

In today’s blog post, we will delve into an essential topic that affects millions of people worldwide: HIV. With an estimated 38 million people living with HIV globally, understanding this virus is crucial for promoting awareness, fostering a supportive environment,…

Prostatitis is the inflammation of the prostate gland; its cause can be infectious or not. The most common symptoms are pain while urinating, frequency, painful ejaculation, and pain in the groin, pelvis, or genitalia. The prostate is about the size…

Did you know that male urinary incontinence is a problem that affects millions of men around the world? Urge urinary incontinence is one of the most frequent complications of prostate surgery, whether due to malignancy or benign conditions; however, there…

A hernia is the protrusion of an intrabdominal organ through a weakness in the abdominal wall. An inguinal hernia is the most common type, representing around 75% of all hernias, and it occurs when the herniary sac form at the…

Does the shape matter? The deviation of the penis to one side creates a curvature that most often becomes evident only when the penis is erect. The shape of the penis varies widely among men, and although straight erections are…

Learn what symptoms and lesions could be due to a sexually transmitted infection. Sexually transmitted infections (STIs) are a group of acquired diseases that a patient might get from another person through sexual contact. According to the Centers for Disease…

A penile fracture is the rupture of the tunica albuginea (fibrous layer that covers the corpora cavernosa) of one or both corpora cavernosa due to direct trauma to the erect penis. (¹)• It’s characterized by a crunching sound, pain, and…

Uncovering all the myths of one of the most common reasons for consultation. Sexually transmitted infections (STIs) are a group of acquired diseases that a patient might get from another person through sexual contact. According to the Centers for Disease…

A urinary tract infection, or UTI, is when bacteria gets into the urinary tract which encompasses the kidneys, bladder, and urethra. The most common is Bladder infection know as Cystitis. Kidney infection (pyelonephritis), while less common, can occur and is…