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Ways to Increase Low Testosterone

Testosterone is a sex hormone that your body makes. Normally, men produce more of it than women do. Some men… Testosterone is a sex hormone that your body makes. Normally, men produce more of it than women do. Some men may have low amounts of…
Running: Preventing Overuse Injuries

It’s common for runners to overdo it and become injured. You may run too far or too fast. But it’s… It’s common for runners to overdo it. In fact, up to 70% of runners develop injuries each year. They most often occur because of a…
Overactive Bladder

Overactive bladder is a condition that causes you to lose control of your bladder without warning… What is overactive bladder? Overactive bladder is a condition that causes you to lose control of your bladder without warning. You may have to urinate more often or…
Prostatitis

The prostate gland is part of the male reproductive system. Prostatitis is inflammation of that gland. It occurs when the… spreading the infection. Men who have frequent UTIs are more likely to have prostatitis. Men who are 50 years of age or older and have…
Lichen Sclerosus

Lichen sclerosus is a type of skin condition. It often affects your genital or anal areas, but you can get… What is lichen sclerosus? Lichen sclerosus is a type of skin condition. It often affects your genital or anal areas, but you can get…
Parkinson’s Disease

Parkinson’s disease is a kind of movement disorder. It affects the nervous system and causes problems with muscle movement… What is Parkinson’s disease? Parkinson’s disease is a kind of movement disorder. It affects the nervous system and causes problems with muscle movement. It is…
Dementia

Dementia isn’t a disease. It’s a group of symptoms that can be caused by brain damage. It’s not related to… What is dementia? Dementia isn’t a disease. It’s a group of symptoms that can be caused by brain damage. Dementia often occurs in older…
Cirrhosis and Portal Hypertension

Cirrhosis is a form of liver disease. It occurs when cells in your liver become damaged beyond repair. Portal hypertension… What is cirrhosis and portal hypertension? Cirrhosis is a form of liver disease. It occurs when cells in your liver become damaged and your body…
Cervical Spondylotic Myelopathy (CSM)

Cervical spondylotic myelopathy (CSM) is a compression of the spinal cord in your neck. A compression means pressure, pinching, or… the spinal cord in your neck. A compression of the spinal cord means pressure, pinching, or squeezing on it. CSM often affects adults 50 years…
Endometrial Cancer

Endometrial cancer occurs in the lining of a woman’s uterus. Learn about the symptoms, diagnosis, and treatment of this common… Can endometrial cancer be prevented or avoided? You cannot prevent or avoid endometrial cancer. It is most common in women who are older than 50…
Healthy Habits at Age 60 and Beyond

A look at tips, tricks, advice and the benefits of maintaining healthy eating and exercise habits as you get… improve your emotional outlook. A healthy diet and exercise help feed your brain. This improves your decision-making abilities as you get older. Consider these changes: Exercise…
Falls: How to Lower Your Risk

A fall at an older age can have serious consequences to your health and independence. Reduce your risk for falling… People fall at every age. This is especially true of young babies learning to walk. However, as we age, we become more concerned about falling…
Brain Training for Seniors

Exercising your brain as you age is important and may help delay the onset of dementia… playing brain games is making a difference? Is it better to play brain games on your own or with a partner? Resources Alzheimer’s Association: Brain Health Centers for Disease…
Erectile Dysfunction (ED)

Erectile Dysfunction (ED) is a medical condition that prevents a man from getting or keeping an erection… finishing sex. This condition used to be called impotence. ED can occur at any age, but it is more common in men older than 75 years of age…
Colonoscopy

A colonoscopy is a normal procedure during which your doctor will look at the inside of your large intestine, also… be determined by you and your doctor, based on your health and risk for colon cancer. Screening is not usually recommended for adults older than…
Nail Fungal Infections

A nail infection is caused by a fungus. This infection can happen in toenails and fingernails. It is more common… It enters your nail through a crack in the nail. Nail fungal infections happen at any age. They are more common in adults older than…
Colorectal Cancer

Colorectal cancer starts in the colon or the rectum. Because they share common features, these two cancers are often referred… doctor will offer advice based on your overall health and prior screening history. The AAFP recommends against screening for colorectal cancer in adults older than…
Congenital Heart Disease

Congenital heart disease is a heart problem that some people are born with and can include a hole in the… skin, lips, and fingernails Fatigue or poor feeding Heart murmur (an extra sound heard when a doctor listens to the heart) In older children or…

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