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Frequent Urination: 7 Causes (& What to Do)

Having to pee many times throughout the day can be a sign of a health problem, like a UTI or englarged prostate. For the most part however, it is a normal finding. Learn about the 6 most common causes of urinary frequency and what to do.

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What is Testicular Torsion? (Symptoms, Causes & Treatment)

Testicular torsion is a medical emergency that is associated with intense and sudden testicular pain. It is crucial to seek medical assessment within 12 hours of symptom onset to prevent complications. Learn more about the symptoms of testi.

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What's an Average Penis Size? (Reference Ranges & FAQs)

Average penis size can vary depending on racial background, as many races tend to have higher or lower averages when compared. Learn more about what the average penis size is (erect and flaccid) and check-out common questions that men have about penis size and growth .

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Penis Pain: 5 Causes, Treatment & When to See a Doctor

Penis pain is not very common, but when it does occur, it is generally not a significant symptom. It is most commonly caused by direct trauma, but pain can also be felt with yeast infections or urinary tract infections. Learn more about what causes penis pain and when to see the doctor.

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Thick Semen: 7 Causes & How to Treat

Thick semen can be a result of unhealthy habits like excessive alcohol intake or a sedentary lifestyle. It can also by a sign of abnormal hormone levels, sexually transmitted infections, dehydration, prostate disease or the use of anabolic steroids. Learn more about what thick semen means and how to treat it.

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Penis Enlargement: 7 Popular Techniques (& Do They Work)

Penis enlargement is often a question that men will investigate, however this practice is not recommended by urologists. Techniques for penis enlargement, like suction pumps, penile rings or medication, are not scientifically proven. Read more about penis enlargement techniques.

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Phimosis: Symptoms, What It Looks Like, Causes & Treatment

Phimosis is a fairly common condition in infants, that results in the inability to expose the glans because of an excess of the covering foreskin. Understand better what this mean and what are the treatment options available.

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Blisters on Penis: Top 5 Causes & How to Treat

Blisters on the penis can be caused by a fabric allergy or skin irritation, but they may also be a sign of an infection, like herpes, or another skin condition, like lichen sclerosis. Learn about what causes blisters on the penis and how they can be treated.

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Testicular Hernia: Symptoms, Diagnosis, Treatment & Causes

A testicular hernia is an inguinal hernia that affects the scrotum. It is caused by weakening of the abdominal muscles, which leads to intestinal issue protruding through abdominal muscles. Symptoms include a testicle lump, pain and swelling. Learn more about what causes a testicular hernia and how it's treated.

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Spermatocele: Symptoms, Diagnosis, Causes & Treatment

A spermatocele, also known as an epididymal cyst, is a condition that can cause a palpable lump and discomfort in the testicle. Learn more about what can cause a spermatocele, the symptoms it can lead to, and how a spermatocele is treated.

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Varicocele: Symptoms, Causes, Diagnosis & Treatment

A varicocele is a dilated vein in the testicle which can cause pain and swelling in the scrotum. Learn more about what causes a varicocele, how it's diagnosed and they are treated, both with medication and with surgery .

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Balanoposthitis: Symptoms, Diagnosis, Causes & Treatment

Balanoposthitis is inflammation of the glans and foreskin, which is most often caused by an infection. It leads to symptoms like itching, redness and burning in the area. Learn more about what balanoposthitis is, what causes it, other symptoms and how it's treated.

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Seminal Fluid: How to Increase, Can It Cause Pregnancy & More

Seminal fluid is a white fluid released at the time of ejaculation. It is produced to keep sperm healthy and to help with the transport of sperm for fertilization. Read about whether you can increase seminal fluid, if it can cause pregnancy or STis and other frequently asked questions.

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Penis Enlargement Surgery: What Is it, When It’s Needed & Types

Penis enlargement surgery can increase the length or diameter of a penis. However, it is only every recommended in cases of a micropenis, where treatment with testosterone or HGH is not effective. Learn more about when the surgery is needed and the different types available.

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Warts on Penis: What Causes Them, Symptoms & Treatment

Warts on the penis are a sign of HPV, which can cause the emergence of one or more lesions on the glans. They can cause other symptoms, like bleeding and itching. Learn more about what causes warts on the penisa nd the treatments indicated to get rid of them.

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Head urologist at the Unidade do Convênio Prevent Senior/ SP and team urologist of the Prostate Hyperplasia team, at the Convênio Prevent Senior/SP. Licensed to practice with CRM-SP, #1333358.
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