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4 Symptoms of Kidney Stones and What to Do Next
Most people who’ve had kidney stones report the same thing — the condition is hard to ignore. Still, we want to outline some common signs of this condition because early treatment can make your life a lot more comfortable.
Mar 6th, 2025

Tips for Easing Your Recovery After a Vasectomy
You’ve decided that a vasectomy is a good choice for your life, but you want to make sure the procedure and recovery go as smoothly as possible. While we’ve got the procedure covered, here are some tips for recovery.
Mar 2nd, 2025
Is a Vasectomy Reversible?

Is a Vasectomy Reversible?
You decided that your days of fathering children were over, and you got a vasectomy. Now, your circumstances have changed, and you want to revisit fatherhood. Here’s what you should know about reversing a vasectomy.
Dec 5th, 2024
3 Early Indications of Kidney Stones

3 Early Indications of Kidney Stones
Kidney stones are on the rise in the United States, which isn’t great news considering that they’re already fairly common, affecting 11% of men. Here are some signs that you might be joining these growing ranks.
Jul 2nd, 2024
The Link Between ED and Diabetes

The Link Between ED and Diabetes
When you have diabetes, everything from your eyesight to your heart health is in the line of fire. Included in this is erectile dysfunction (ED), as men with diabetes are three times more likely to have ED.
Jun 18th, 2024
5 Signs of Urinary Tract Infections in Men

5 Signs of Urinary Tract Infections in Men
While women outpace men by 30 to 1 when it comes to urinary tract infections, it doesn’t mean that men are immune to this health issue. Here are some signs of a urinary tract infection in men.
May 14th, 2024

5 Encouraging Facts About an Enlarged Prostate
When it comes to an enlarged prostate — or its more serious-sounding name, benign prostatic hyperplasia — the news isn’t all bad. Here, we present some encouraging information about this prostate issue.
Dec 4th, 2023
What Are My Treatment Options for Kidney Stones?

What Are My Treatment Options for Kidney Stones?
Kidney stones can be incredibly uncomfortable, so you want to explore your treatment options with an eye toward speedy resolution. Here, we review next steps when you have problematic kidney stones.
Nov 3rd, 2023

3 Tips for Adjusting to Life With a Penile Implant
You’ve exhausted your options for improving your erectile dysfunction, and you’ve decided the best way to restore your sex life is with a penile implant. It’s a great choice, especially if you follow these tips.
Oct 1st, 2023
Is Incontinence After a Prostatectomy Inevitable?

Is Incontinence After a Prostatectomy Inevitable?
You’re undergoing a prostatectomy to safeguard your health, but you’ve heard stories about the aftermath, namely problems with incontinence. While this is a potential complication, it isn’t written in stone, and there are solutions.
Sep 1st, 2023
3 Important Reasons to Have Your Prostate Gland Examined

3 Important Reasons to Have Your Prostate Gland Examined
You’re of an age where men around you are all of a sudden talking about prostates, and you’re wondering what all the fuss is about. Well, there are some good reasons why you should devote a little time to your prostate.
Aug 1st, 2023
5 Tips for Preventing Erectile Dysfunction

5 Tips for Preventing Erectile Dysfunction

Your sex life is important to you, and you want to do what you can to keep this area of your life functioning well. Here are five tips that go a long way toward preventing and treating erectile dysfunction.
Jul 13th, 2023
Spotting the Warning Signs of Prostate Cancer

Spotting the Warning Signs of Prostate Cancer
With a lifetime prevalence of 1 in 8 men, it’s little wonder that men would do well to be vigilant about prostate cancer. Here, we review a few warning signs that might be associated with prostate cancer.
May 1st, 2023
Think You Might Have Low Testosterone? Here Are the Signs

Think You Might Have Low Testosterone? Here Are the Signs
There’s a lot of talk about low testosterone, which can also mean there's a lot of misinformation. Here, we review some of the effects of low testosterone on your health and wellness that might compel you to investigate further.
Apr 1st, 2023
Three Ways You Can Help Prevent Kidney Stones

Three Ways You Can Help Prevent Kidney Stones
All it takes is one experience with kidney stones, or watching a loved one go through it, to know that it's one condition you want to do your best to avoid. Here are three recommendations that go a long way toward that goal.
Feb 6th, 2023
What to Consider When Considering a Vasectomy

What to Consider When Considering a Vasectomy
Each year in the United States, half a million men undergo a vasectomy to prevent impregnating a woman. If you’re considering a vasectomy, the news is mostly good when it comes to this simple and effective procedure.
Dec 1st, 2022
Life With a Penile Implant

Life With a Penile Implant
You’ve been struggling with erectile dysfunction, and conservative treatments just aren’t solving the issue. Now, you’re considering a penile implant, and you want to know what your life will be like afterward. Let’s take a look.
Nov 1st, 2022
Can I Prevent Testosterone Loss?

Can I Prevent Testosterone Loss?
You rely a great deal on testosterone for strong muscles and bones, healthy sexual function, and even optimal mental health. As a result, you want to do what you can to prevent testosterone loss. Is this possible?
Oct 6th, 2022
What You Might Not Know About Your Prostate

What You Might Not Know About Your Prostate
You may not have given much thought to your prostate over the years, but this small gland can make its presence known in a few different ways. Here, we present a few things you might not (and should) know about your prostate.
Sep 14th, 2022
Complications of Low Testosterone

Complications of Low Testosterone
While testosterone may be known as your “sex” hormone, it casts a much wider net over your health. When your level is lower than normal, there are some potential complications.
Jul 12th, 2022
Having Difficulty Urinating? You May Have BPH

Having Difficulty Urinating? You May Have BPH
Do you find it difficult to initiate urination? Or do you need to get up frequently throughout the night to urinate? These are just two of the many urinary symptoms that can come with benign prostate hyperplasia.
Jun 29th, 2022
Complications of Erectile Dysfunction

Complications of Erectile Dysfunction
Erectile dysfunction affects more than just your sex life. It can negatively impact your self-esteem, relationships, and even your mental health. Find out what can be done to relieve your symptoms.
Apr 12th, 2022
All About Localized Prostate Cancer

All About Localized Prostate Cancer
While cancer of any kind is never good news, the one word you do want to hear is “localized,” which means the disease hasn’t spread. Here’s a closer look at localized prostate cancer and your treatment options.
Mar 14th, 2022
Why Am I So Prone to Kidney Stones?

Why Am I So Prone to Kidney Stones?
One bout with a problematic kidney stone is often enough to drive you to find solutions to avoid another. Unfortunately, kidney stones can recur. Here, we explore why they come back, as well as what you can do to prevent another painful experience.
Jan 12th, 2022
Does It Hurt to Get a Vasectomy?

Does It Hurt to Get a Vasectomy?
While the idea of a doctor coming near your intimate parts with a knife in hand can send shivers down your spine, there are no scalpels — and very little discomfort — with the vasectomies we perform.
Dec 7th, 2021
The Link Between Diabetes and Erectile Dysfunction

The Link Between Diabetes and Erectile Dysfunction
The relationship between type 2 diabetes and erectile dysfunction is complex, but very real. Here, we take a closer look at the connection between these two problems and the steps you can take to improve sexual function.
Nov 16th, 2021
Common Myths About Penile Implants

Common Myths About Penile Implants
You’re contemplating getting a penile implant to restore your sex life, but will there be a new normal? Yes and no. Here, we take a look at some of the myths surrounding implants so that you’re better informed.
Oct 3rd, 2021
How Can I Improve My Testosterone Levels?

How Can I Improve My Testosterone Levels?
There are many different reasons why men develop testosterone deficiency (low T), and understanding the underlying cause can help you raise your testosterone levels again. Here, we look at a few ways in which you can combat low T.
Aug 3rd, 2021

Five Tips That Boost Prostate Health
The role of your prostate in your overall health isn’t all that significant, but when problems arise in this small gland, they can cast a wide net. Here are a few tips to help keep your prostate in good health.
Jul 25th, 2021

What to Do About Overactive Bladder After Pregnancy
You’re thrilled to welcome a new member of the family, but you’re also struggling with some unwelcome aftereffects of pregnancy, such as an overactive bladder. The good news is that we can help.
May 5th, 2021

Is Low Sexual Desire a Normal Part of Male Aging?
You’re not as young as you used to be, and it’s beginning to show in many areas, including your sexual health.We explore some of the reasons why you may experience a decline in sexual desire and how we can help.
Feb 4th, 2021

5 Signs of an Enlarged Prostate
An enlarged prostate is a very common condition among men, especially as they get older. While not necessarily medically serious, the problem can cause serious quality-of-life issues. Here’s a look at a few of those troublesome symptoms.
Jan 1st, 2021

Penile Implant Benefits
If you’re tired of penile dysfunction interfering with your sex life, you want to find a sustainable and hassle-free solution. In the following, we explore how penile implants answer the call by offering a wide range of benefits.
Dec 8th, 2020

4 Common Penile Conditions
Your penis is an organ like any other and can develop specific problems. In the following, we discuss four of the more common penile disorders and how we go about remedying each of them.
Nov 1st, 2020

Understanding Peyronie's Disease (and What We Can Do About It)
While you may not have heard of Peyronie’s disease, you may be familiar with the problem — a developing curvature in your penis. Over time, Peyronie’s disease can cause problems with pain and performance. Thankfully, we have solutions.
Jul 19th, 2020

Epididymitis: What You Need to Know
Inflammation anywhere in your body is cause for concern, but when it affects your testicles, you may be understandably anxious. It’s called epididymitis, and here’s how it develops, how to recognize the symptoms, and what we can do about it.
Jun 26th, 2020

What Triggers Erectile Dysfunction?
Erectile dysfunction is incredibly common among men of all ages — and the triggers are practically as varied as those who struggle with the issue. Here’s a look at some of the main causes of erectile dysfunction and what we can do about them.
May 15th, 2020

Pump Up Your Sex Life with an Inflatable Penile Implant
If you’re having chronic problems with erectile dysfunction and medications aren’t helping, an inflatable penile implant provides the perfect solution. Today’s on-demand implants are quick and easy to use so you don’t skip a beat in your sex life.
Jan 1st, 2020

How Low Testosterone Affects Your Mental Health
The testosterone levels in your body influence an incredibly wide range of functions, both directly and indirectly. And these effects aren’t limited to your physical health, as they affect your mental health as well.
Dec 1st, 2019

5 Reasons to Consider a Vasectomy
There’s a good reason — well, 5 good reasons — why more than half a million men opt for a vasectomy each year in the United States. We explore these reasons to help with your decision.
Nov 1st, 2019

You've Got Prostate Cancer — What Now?
A cancer diagnosis of any kind is the stuff of nightmares, but when it comes to prostate cancer, the news may not be all bad thanks to early detection, innovative treatments, and the nature of the disease. Here’s what you should know.
Oct 1st, 2019

Spotting the Warning Signs of BPH
Benign prostate hyperplasia (BPH) is a common condition, affecting half of men between the ages of 51 and 60 in the United States. Here’s what you should know about the condition and how to recognize the red flags.
Aug 2nd, 2019
Vasectomy Reversals Dr. Robert J. Cornell

How Successful Are Vasectomy Reversals?
If there’s one constant in life, it’s change. If you’ve had a vasectomy, but a life change prompts you to want to reverse this procedure, here’s how we can successfully accomplish this.
May 15th, 2019
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How to Know if a Vasectomy Is Right For You
When it comes to family planning, there’s no shortage of methods to stop an unwanted pregnancy. Few, however, offer the protection that a vasectomy does. But is it right for you?
Feb 8th, 2019
Ventral Phalloplasty, Genital Contouring, Dr. Robert J. Cornell

Ventral Phalloplasty: Your Guide to Genital Contouring
Sometimes all it takes is a minor change in appearance to bring out the best in a structure, which can certainly be true of the penis. Here’s how a simple genital contouring procedure can reveal your true size and shape.
Dec 6th, 2018

Improve Your Sex Life with a Penile Implant
Erectile dysfunction can have a cascading effect on your quality of life, especially if you’ve been battling the stubborn condition for years. The good news is that you can turn it around very quickly with a penile implant.
Oct 16th, 2018

The Best Options for Treating Kidney Stones
Whether you’ve had a kidney stone before, or it’s your first time, you know that the goal is to get it to pass as quickly as possible in order to relieve your pain. And there are many ways this can happen.
Sep 13th, 2018

Five Things You Can Do to Prevent Kidney Stones
If you’ve had one kidney stone, you’re likely to have another within a few years — unless you take action to prevent it. Read on to learn how you can take charge of your urinary health and prevent recurrent kidney stones.
Mar 29th, 2018

What Causes Urinary Incontinence in Women?
f you’re a woman suffering from urinary incontinence, you’re not alone — millions of women in the United States grapple with the life-altering condition. Here’s a look at why women develop bladder control issues and what we can do about them.
Aug 7th, 2018

Robert J. Cornell, MD, PA
Men hold the key to one of the most powerful and successful birth control options available: a vasectomy. This relatively simple procedure provides a lifetime of protection.
Jul 12th, 2018

How Does an Enlarged Prostate Affect Your Life?
Many men over 50 experience an enlarged prostate. If you’re wondering what effects an enlarged prostate can have on your day-to-day life, we have answers to all of your questions.
Jun 19th, 2018

Should You Consider Genital Contouring?
Some men are born with excess scrotal skin that droops over the penile shaft, making the phallus appear smaller than it is. Learn how a simple genital contouring procedure can surgically correct this issue and help restore your confidence.
May 29th, 2018

5 Myths About Erectile Dysfunction
Erectile dysfunction can be a difficult and embarrassing problem to bring up with your doctor, and the misinformation that abounds online can create confusion and false hope in fad “cures.” Dr. Cornell discusses five common myths about erectile dysfunction
Feb 23rd, 2018

3 Psychological Causes of Erectile Dysfunction
It’s the dreaded subject that no man wants to talk about or admit he struggles with. Erectile Dysfunction can result from any number of well-known physical issues. However, erectile dysfunction can be the result of psychological issues as well.
Aug 23rd, 2017

5 Myths About Kidney Stones
If you’ve ever gotten a kidney stone you know that it’s not like a nagging cough, it is quite painful and in extreme cases can even require surgery to correct.
Jan 30th, 2017