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Because problems with your sexual health can directly affect your quality of life and your intimate relationships, sexual health often is a source of concern and worry for many men. If you have a problem with your sexual health, remember that you are not alone and that if you talk with your doctor, there is a good chance you can get treatment that works.

Additional Resources

Publications

1.   Trying to Conceive - Are you and your partner trying to get pregnant? Wondering if you or your partner is infertile? Read on to boost your chances of conception and get help for fertility problems.

   http://www.womenshealth.gov/pregnancy/tryingtogetpregnant/tryingtoconceive.cfm

2.   Age Page: Sexuality in Later Life - This brochure describes the normal physical changes in men and women that come with age, the effects of illness or disability, and emotional concerns of sexuality in later life.

   http://www.niapublications.org/agepages/sexuality.asp

3.   Testicular self-examination - This publication describes the testicular self-examination, how to do it, why it's done, normal results, what abnormal results mean, and additional special considerations.

   http://www.nlm.nih.gov/medlineplus/ency/article/003909.htm

4. Diabetes and Men's Sexual Health (Copyright © ADA) - Diabetes can affect a man’s sex life, causing problems such as erectile dysfunction and depression. This article discusses these conditions how they are treated.

   http://www.diabetes.org/type-1-diabetes/men-sexual-health.jsp

5. Healthy Sperm: Optimizing Your Fertility (Copyright © MFMER) - This publication provides information about male fertility. It provides tips on how to optimize the quality of your sperm as well as what tests there are to determine semen analysis.

   http://www.mayoclinic.com/health/fertility/MC00023/FLUSHCACHE=0&LOCID=&UPDATEAPP=false...

6. Infertility in Men (Copyright © UMM) - The following publication discusses what male infertility is and includes links to a variety of other questions regarding male infertility such as what are the causes, tests, and treatments.

   http://www.umm.edu/patiented/articles/what_male_infertility_000067_1.htm

7. Male yeast infection: Can I get it from my girlfriend? (Copyright © MFMER) - Did you know that men can get yeast infections? This fact sheet explains the signs, symptoms, related conditions and treatments of yeast infections in men.

   http://www.mayoclinic.com/health/male-yeast-infection/HO00172/UPDATEAPP=false&FLUSHCACHE=0...

8. Men's health: Test your sexual IQ (Copyright © MFMER) - Do you have better sex when you're young? Can some foods enhance your libido? Is oral sex safe? Test your knowledge of these and other men's health issues.

   http://www.mayoclinic.com/health/mens-health/QZ00063

9. No-Scalpel Vasectomy: Good News for Men Considering Vasectomy (Copyright © Engender Health) - This publication provides information about no-scalpel vasectomies. It provides information on the advantages and risks and answers some common questions about what to expect afterwards.

   http://www.engenderhealth.org/pubs/family-planning/nsv-illustrated-guide.php

10.   Paternal Exposures and Pregnancy (Copyright © OTIS) - This fact sheet answers questions about the risks of birth defects related to the father's exposure to medications, chemicals or other substances before or at the time of conception.

    http://www.otispregnancy.org/pdf/paternal.pdf

11. Penis-enlargement scams: You're more normal than you think (Copyright © MFMER) - Considering penis enlargement? Male-enhancement pills, pumps, exercises and surgeries can be expensive and dangerous. Learn about better options.

    http://www.mayoclinic.com/health/penis/MC00026

12. Sildenafil (Viagra) (Copyright ©AAFP) - This fact sheet gives information about sildenafil (Viagra), why and how it is used, and possible side effects.

    http://familydoctor.org/online/famdocen/home/men/reproductive/465.html

13. Vasectomy reversal (Copyright © MFMER) - Vasectomy reversal surgery restores fertility in most men. This publication will help you find out what to expect and how to prepare.

    http://www.mayoclinic.com/health/vasectomy/HQ01049

Organizations

1.   Cancer Information Service, NCI, NIH, HHS
2.   National Kidney and Urologic Diseases Information Clearinghouse, NIDDK, NIH, HHS
3.   Office of Family Planning, OPA, OPHS, OS, HHS
4. American Society for Reproductive Medicine (ASRM)
5. Association of Reproductive Health Professionals

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