Male Reproductive Disorders/Care

Inguinal HerniaDuring development, testes descend through

the inguinal canals into scrotum.Lifting or straining causes part of intestine to

push through weak areas in lower wall of the abdomen at these points.

Result is a painful bulge near/in scrotum.

Surgery can be done to repair this condition.

SterilityInability of male to reproduce because of few

viable sperm.

Causes include:Exposure to chemicals.RadiationMalfunction of organsSTDs

Treatment: Depends on the cause, often permanent.

Erectile Dysfunction (ED)Inability to have or keep an erection long

enough to have intercourse and ejaculate.

Cause:Anything that interferes with blood flow to

erectile tissue in the penis; Hardening of the arteries Diabetes

Treatment: Depends on the cause.Viagra

Prostate ProblemsAs men age prostate becomes larger and

firmer.Because of its location the result can lead to

urinary or sexual problems.Can be diagnosed by digital exam when

doctor feels change in size, shape of glandMedication may be helpful, many men choose

not to treat this condition.

Male Reproductive CancersCancer is an uncontrolled growth of abnormal cells.

Symptoms:Testes (Age 15-35)Doctor may feel changesYoung men may fell changes in size, shape, texture.

Prostate (Age 50+)Doctor may feel changes during regular digital exam

or detect high levels of PSA in a blood test.May notice urinary or sexual problems.

Treatment includes:RadiationChemotherapyHormone therapySurgery