Treating testicular cancer by its stages
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Treating testicular cancer by its stages

Treating testicular cancer is based mainly on the stage and type of cancer. Among the different stages of tumors, pure seminomas and non-seminomas are treated differently. This is because pure seminomas are germ cell tumors and non-seminomas are mixed germ cell tumors. Before testicular cancer forms into a specific tumor, it goes through stage 0 or carcinoma in situ. Stage 0 As mentioned above, Carcinoma In Situ (CIS) is a stage 0 cancer that has not spread outside the testicle. If a biopsy to test for testicular cancer shows CIS, the best form of treatment is surgery. However, doctors might not recommend treating it immediately. They might examine the stage with physical exams, ultrasound, and blood tests to obtain the tumor marker levels. The tumor marker levels show whether the cancer is invasive and spreading to the nearby areas. If left untreated, the cancer might turn into any of the two types of tumors mentioned above. Let’s look at both the types of testicular cancer stages and the possible ways to treat them. Seminomas Stage I This form of cancer can be cured in almost every patient. Stage I states that cancer has formed into a tumor but is still localized and has not spread to the nearby areas.
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Ways for men to improve their fertility
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Ways for men to improve their fertility

A successful and healthy pregnancy is possible when both the man and woman are equally healthy and fertile. When it comes to men, there are certain factors that can affect their fertility. These factors are mentioned below: Libido : Libido is also known as sex drive. It suggests a person’s interest in having sexual intercourse with their partner. Erectile dysfunction : Erectile dysfunction can also be called impotence. A man is said to have erectile dysfunction when he is unable to maintain an erection. Sperm count : Semen quality is derived from sperm count, which describes the number of sperm cells present in a given portion of semen. Sperm motility : Sperm motility is the ability of a sperm to move to the egg for successful conception. Testosterone levels : Testosterone is the male sex hormone that is responsible for the development of the male reproductive tissues. Low testosterone levels in men can make them infertile. The above-stated factors can affect fertility in a man. There can be multiple causes of infertility in men, which may include genetics, health, underlying diseases, and dietary contaminants. Men can now combat the causes of infertility and work toward gaining great health and becoming fertile by following these steps:
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Here’s what you should know about lipodystrophy
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Here’s what you should know about lipodystrophy

There are multiple types of lipodystrophy; it can be inherited (genetic) or acquired. The inherited form of lipodystrophy can be congenital (present since birth) or may develop over a period during childhood. It may lead to loss of fat throughout the body or only in one area of the body. There are two main types of lipodystrophy: partial and generalized. Acquired generalized lipodystrophy is also known as Lawrence syndrome, and acquired partial lipodystrophy is also called as progressive lipodystrophy or Barraquer-Simons syndrome. Partial or localized lipodystrophy : This form of lipodystrophy is not usually related to abnormal health. In this, only one area of the body is affected. Generalized lipodystrophy : In this type of lipodystrophy, the fat tissue in the entire body is affected. When not diagnosed early, generalized lipodystrophy is mistaken for fat or weight gain. Read on to know about the causes and symptoms of this disorder. Causes Genetic mutations inherited from one generation to the next is one of the possible causes of inherited lipodystrophy. The exact cause of lipodystrophy is not known. However, there are certain triggers that may lead to this disorder. These include infections such as pneumonia, hepatitis, infectious mononucleosis, and measles. Autoimmune diseases in which the immune system attacks the body may also trigger lipodystrophy.
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Causes, symptoms, and treatments for prostate cancer
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Causes, symptoms, and treatments for prostate cancer

There are several diseases that are yet to be eradicated from the face of the world. Cancer, in every form, is an ailment that cannot be cured unless it is diagnosed in its initial stages. Skin cancer is one of the most common cancers in the country, which is followed by prostate cancer. Prostate cancer is known to affect thousands of men every year, especially those who are middle-aged or older. Moreover, 60 percent of total cases that occur are diagnosed in men older than 65 years of age. In fact, the American Cancer Society (ACS) estimates that about 174, 650 men will be diagnosed with this condition this year. Prostate cancer occurs in the prostate which is a small walnut-shaped gland in men that produces seminal fluid that is responsible for nourishing and transporting the sperms. In the initial stages, prostate cancer is limited to the prostate gland and doesn’t cause any prominent harm. There are different types of prostate cancer, some are harmless and need no or minimal treatment, whereas, the other types are aggressive and tend to spread quickly. Causes of prostate cancer Like most types of cancer, even the causes of prostate cancer remains unknown. Doctors have asserted that prostate cancer begins when some of the cells in the prostate become abnormal.
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4 major lifestyle changes that can reverse erectile dysfunction
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4 major lifestyle changes that can reverse erectile dysfunction

Human beings are intricate beings and experience a whole array of emotions and needs that are integral to their nature. One of the most basic emotions that humans feel is love and their most basic need is connected to this emotion—sexual gratification. Men and women are not just meant to procreate, they are wired to make the most of this experience. However, there are instances when one’s sexual life suffers a setback due to certain unforeseen circumstance. One such factor that interferes with one’s need for an eventful sexual life is erectile dysfunction. Erectile dysfunction is characterized by the individual’s inability to have an erection or sustain it throughout the sexual act. This problem can affect anyone irrespective of their age and is temporary. The causes of erectile dysfunction can be dealt with easily, and the condition is reversible. Mostly, over-indulgence in alcohol, stress, anxiety, and depression are linked to erectile dysfunction and dealing with these conditions can help one deal with erectile dysfunction. The following tips will help one treat erectile dysfunction and lead a satisfying sex life. Exercise daily A sedentary lifestyle can have a major impact on one’s sex life and often indirectly leads to erectile dysfunction.
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