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PSA Scientist says Prostate Cancer Blood Tests Unreliable
Dr Richard Ablin, the scientist who discovered prostate specific antigen, the unique protein which is the basis for prostate cancer tests in the US, has been all over the media recently as a result of his announcement that PSA testing cannot detect prostate cancer. Statistics have shown that one man in every six will get prostate cancer in his lifetime, making it the most common type of cancer... (posted by Keira 2 years 1 day ago.)
Dr Richard Ablin, the scientist who discovered prostate specific antigen, the unique protein which is the basis for prostate cancer tests in the US, has been all over the media recently as a result of his announcement that PSA testing cannot detect prostate cancer. Statistics have shown that one man in every six will get prostate cancer in his lifetime, making it the most common type of cancer... (posted by Keira 2 years 1 day ago.)
The Perineometer - The Ultimate Pelvic Toner
A form of pelvic toner which records the strength of the user's pelvic floor contractions is known as a perineometer. It is a great aid in ensuring that Kegel exercises are performed correctly. Over half a century ago, Dr Arnold Kegel, the famous gynaecologist found out that repeatedly contracting the pelvic floor muscles had a positive effect on problems with stress incontinence. However, he also realised... (posted by Keira 2 years 4 days ago.)
A form of pelvic toner which records the strength of the user's pelvic floor contractions is known as a perineometer. It is a great aid in ensuring that Kegel exercises are performed correctly. Over half a century ago, Dr Arnold Kegel, the famous gynaecologist found out that repeatedly contracting the pelvic floor muscles had a positive effect on problems with stress incontinence. However, he also realised... (posted by Keira 2 years 4 days ago.)
The Most Common Prostate Cancer Symptom
Prostate problems caused by benign overgrown tissue generally affect men over 50 but, because abnormal cancer cells can also be present for years without the patient being any the wiser, most diagnoses of prostate cancer are made on men in their seventies. It should also be remembered that, over the following five years, many of these men will die from other unrelated medical conditions. The most common prostate... (posted by Keira 2 years 21 days ago.)
Prostate problems caused by benign overgrown tissue generally affect men over 50 but, because abnormal cancer cells can also be present for years without the patient being any the wiser, most diagnoses of prostate cancer are made on men in their seventies. It should also be remembered that, over the following five years, many of these men will die from other unrelated medical conditions. The most common prostate... (posted by Keira 2 years 21 days ago.)
Vaginal Thinning - Sex and the Menopausal Vagina
The delicate eco-system of any woman's vagina is easily unbalanced by hormonal or dietary changes, the introduction of foreign bodies or infections. It is self-cleaning, self-lubricating and has its own in-built defence mechanism. Additional slimier secretions are produced by the Bartholin's glands at the entrance of the vagina during sexual activity to lubricate the passage and facilitate intercourse.... (posted by Keira 2 years 29 days ago.)
The delicate eco-system of any woman's vagina is easily unbalanced by hormonal or dietary changes, the introduction of foreign bodies or infections. It is self-cleaning, self-lubricating and has its own in-built defence mechanism. Additional slimier secretions are produced by the Bartholin's glands at the entrance of the vagina during sexual activity to lubricate the passage and facilitate intercourse.... (posted by Keira 2 years 29 days ago.)
The Artificial Urinary Sphincter and Surgery for Incontinence
In men, surgery for incontinence can be necessary because of any disease or injury that damages the nerves and this can occur at any age. However, those most likely to be affected are those who have had prostate disease, a stroke, Parkinson's disease, multiple sclerosis or long-term diabetes. Incontinence is often seen in men who have prostate problems. Encircling the urethra just below... (posted by Keira 2 years 30 days ago.)
In men, surgery for incontinence can be necessary because of any disease or injury that damages the nerves and this can occur at any age. However, those most likely to be affected are those who have had prostate disease, a stroke, Parkinson's disease, multiple sclerosis or long-term diabetes. Incontinence is often seen in men who have prostate problems. Encircling the urethra just below... (posted by Keira 2 years 30 days ago.)
Vaginal Cones With Kegel and Pelvic Floor Exercises
What are vaginal cones, I hear you say! Well, for a start they're not cones at all, more like round blobs of silicone ideally shaped for your internal muscles to clench around. There is proven research that contracting the vagina around a physical body can assist in working out which muscles should be utilised. The practice also coordinates the deep reflex action that results in an increase in muscle... (posted by Keira 2 years 72 days ago.)
What are vaginal cones, I hear you say! Well, for a start they're not cones at all, more like round blobs of silicone ideally shaped for your internal muscles to clench around. There is proven research that contracting the vagina around a physical body can assist in working out which muscles should be utilised. The practice also coordinates the deep reflex action that results in an increase in muscle... (posted by Keira 2 years 72 days ago.)
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