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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/before-you-get-pregnant/trying-to-conceive.cfm...

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

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

3.   Testicular Self-examination — This publication describes how to perform a testicular self-examination and why it is important. It explains how the testicles should normally look and feel and reasons to contact your doctor.

   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, depression, and anxiety. This article discusses these conditions and 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 to optimize the quality of your sperm and discusses the semen analysis.

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

6. Infertility in Men (Copyright © UMM) — This publication discusses male infertility and includes information on causes, tests, treatments, and more.

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

7. Infertility: An Overview (Copyright © ASRM) — This booklet provides a detailed overview of infertility, including causes, tests for, and treatments.

   http://www.asrm.org/Patients/patientbooklets/infertility_overview.pdf

8. Male Yeast Infection: Can I Get It From My Girlfriend? (Copyright © MFMER) — Did you know that men can get yeast infections? This brief 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...

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

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

10. Penis-Enlargement Scams: You're More Normal Than You Think (Copyright © MFMER) — This publication addresses men’s concerns over penis enhancement. It also discusses the different methods of penis enlargement and the risks associated with them.

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

11. Semen Analysis Test (Copyright © American Association for Clinical Chemistry) — This publication explains how and when a semen analysis is used, what the results mean, and why it is a good first test when exploring possible causes of infertility in couples.

    http://www.labtestsonline.org/understanding/analytes/semen/test.html

12. Sildenafil (Viagra) (Copyright ©AAFP) — This fact sheet gives information about the erectile dysfunction medicine slidenafil (brand name: Viagra). It discusses why and how it is used, possible side effects, and who should not use it.

    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. It also explains the costs, results, and the risks associated with the surgery.

    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
5. Association of Reproductive Health Professionals

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