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A GUIDE TO

EMBARRASSING PROBLEMS

DIY MEN’SHEALTH MANUAL

Sponsored by Written by Dr Ian Banks

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References:1. Omnibus survey, commissioned byAnusol,

conducted by ICM research from 20-21 March 2002among 1,000 UK adults.

2. Men’s Health Magazine.Survey commissioned by Anusol, October 2000.

Embarrassment isvery much a reality for men when it comesto dealing with their health.

The E Factor seems to be a big stumbling block for most men when it comes to health

problemswith less than 1% of men prepared to seektheir pharmacist’s advice1. Many men

think the ground willswallow them up and they will look foolish if theytalk openly about a

health problem - but don't forget that the majority of conditionsare common and easily treatable.

Many so called embarrassing problems make great jokes down the pub with your mates -

however finding the rightwords to describe your symptoms to find the right treatmentcan be a different

matter. If the last time you went to the GP or pharmacist was when your mum dragged you there aged

six and your girlfriend / mum / granny still buys all your deodorant and shaving foam then read on to

find out the DIY way to look after your health.

If you are afraid of not knowing enough about your own health and it stops you from seeking

help and advice, then you're notalone. Over half of men interviewed in the workplace for instance, think

a red rash on the penis is a symptom of prostate problems2. There are a lot of things an embarrassing

rash could be (none of which we want to admit to!) but a dodgy prostate is not one of them. On the

other hand, some embarrassing conditions may be the first warning sign of something more serious

needing early diagnosis.

GPs and pharmacists are highly trained professionals with the information you need at theirir

fingertips. However, they can’t help people who are too embarrassed to discuss what is troubling them

or people who think‘the clap’ is something you get when you finish a speech! To make the whole thing

worse, myths and false impressions are abound.

If, like most men, you want to know what the problem is and how to fix it, or at least find the

right man for the job - read on. The ‘DIY Men’s Health Manual – A Guide to Embarrassing Problems’ is

your DIY workshop manual to deal with those problems where the sun seldom shines or shines too

much. With it you can stride into any pharmacist and askfor a packetof condoms, a haemorrhoid cream

or treatment for an itchy bum without also buying the shop’s entire stock of throat lozenges. Read on.

All you have to lose is your itch….

Dr Ian BanksPresident of the Men’sHealth Forum

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