Men's Health

Men's health refers to health conditions experienced by men that relate to male reproductive organs or male-specific hormones, and also conditions that affect both sexes that have particular effects in men. Men's health also encompasses external factors that affect their well-being that are not related to male physical traits.

Do STDs transmit everytime I have sexual intercourse?

Dr Ronny Tan Ban Wei

Urologist

Any form of sexual activity with anyone, regardless of gender or type of sexual encounter, carries a chance of passing on a STD. If you think you have a STD, you should abstain from sexual relations and get yourself treated. Even if STD is not transmitted every time you have sex...

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3 Jun 2019

What could cause a lump on the penis that causes pain during an erection?

Sexual Health Urology Men's Health

Dr Jimmy Beng

Urologist

There are several causes for this and it has to do with the following: 1. The site of the lump (which part of the penis) 2. The size of the lump 3. The duration the lump has been present 4. Whether any deformities are present The common cause of a lump ...

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14 Feb 2019

When is a male breast swelling a cause for concern?

Breast Cancer Men's Health

Dr Ronny Tan Ban Wei

Urologist

Men can also have breast cancer, albeit rare. Breast swelling in men, also known as gynaecomastia, is usually an indication of some form of hormonal imbalance. Medications can also cause gynaecomastia. Male breast swelling warrants medical attention. Yes it is a cause for concern.

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25 Apr 2019

What are possible treatments to enlarge a small penis?

Sexual Health Urology Men's Health

Dr Ronny Tan Ban Wei

Urologist

The most sensitive and erogenous region of a woman's vagina is within the first 1-2 cm from the introitus or opening of the vagina. The average size of the penis also varies between age, race and ethnicity. Having said that, no man would refuse a larger organ. If the aim to en...

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24 Apr 2019

Can BPH treatment cause infertility and impotence, and how can I avoid these issues if I am planning for a family?

Urology Men's Health

Dr Ronny Tan Ban Wei

Urologist

Common first line medications that are used to treat BPH can potentially affect the erections as well as the ability to ejaculate and hence can deter successful conception. For men with mild BPH and concerned about the above-mentioned possible side effects, there are different medications that ca...

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24 Apr 2019

Is it normal to get BPH in my 30s?

Urology Men's Health

Dr Ronny Tan Ban Wei

Urologist

BPH or benign prostatic hypertrophy/hyperplasia is the non-cancerous enlargement of the prostate gland. It is unlikely that you would have BPH in your 30s. Most men start to get enlargement of the prostate in their late 40s and early 50s. Common symptoms of BPH would be what we c...

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24 Apr 2019

How long do testosterone injections last for, and are there any side effects?

Singapore Healthcare Urology Men's Health

Dr Claudine Pang

Ophthalmologist

(22 Reviews)

In addition to Dr Winston Lee’s excellent answer, I would like to share that I have seen in my practice, many patients with eye retinal problems triggered by testosterone treatments. This is because testosterone is a form of steroid and some people are more susceptible...

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25 Jan 2018

What could be the cause of a white discharge from my penis?

Sexual Health Urology Men's Health

Dr Winston Lee

Aesthetic

(5 Reviews)

It will be hard to ascertain, but if you have no symptoms, it may well be some prostatic fluid/seminal fluid that was exuded due to increased intra-abdominal pressure. That said, a STD evaluation should still be done, as each encounter should be treated separately. Do follow...

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25 Jan 2018

What are the signs of a hormonal imbalance in males?

Endocrinology Men's Health

Dr Marilyn Lee

Endocrinologist

With regards to male hormones, symptoms of male hormone deficiency can be non-specific, so you feel tired all the time, lack the energy to do things and perhaps feel more moody. They can be more specific like shaving less (for example, you previously used to shave daily and now only...

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4 Sep 2018

Could I have an STD if I have a rash and pimples on my penis, one day after having unprotected oral sex?

Sexual Health Men's Health

DxD

One day is pretty quick for the symptoms you’ve described to appear – so I’m going to work with the assumption that this is not the first time you’ve gone for unprotected oral sex. You have clearly exposed yourself by having unprotected oral sex, so you n...

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26 Jan 2018

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