Lupus in men
SLE most commonly targets women of childbearing age. For every prepubescent boy with SLE, there are around three girls with the disease. This ratio increases dramatically in adulthood; for every grown man with SLE, there are about 10 women. Once ... [... more]
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Contraception - the Billings method
The Billings method is a form of natural birth control which teaches a woman to recognise when she is infertile and when she is fertile. The success rate depends on the couple's commitment and their willingness to avoid genital contact and ... [... more]
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HIV and gay men - safe sex
Gay HIV positive men with HIV negative partners can still enjoy physically intimate relationships if they follow safe sex practices. It is important to remember that the virus is transmitted by bodily fluids - for men this includes, blood, ... [... more]
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HIV testing
It is advisable to be tested for HIV (human immunodeficiency virus) if you are at risk of becoming infected. Early detection and treatment can help people with HIV to stay healthy and delays the onset of complications of HIV infection including ... [... more]
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Sex and sexuality ... all about
Sex and sexuality raises many health issues for men and women. Find out about being gay, lesbian or bisexual, the needs of adolescents and how menopause might affect sexuality. Also read about contraception, impotence and sexually transmissible ... [... more]
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Testicular self examination
Men with an increased risk of testicular cancer should regularly examine their testicles for unusual lumps or swellings. Testicular self-examination (TSE) only takes a few minutes and can help detect testicular cancer in its earlier ... [... more]
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Testicular cancer
Testicular cancer is not a common cancer. In Victoria, about 140 males are diagnosed with this cancer each year. It is most common in men aged between 25 and 44 years. Early diagnosis and treatment can cure almost all cases of testicular ... [... more]
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Contraception - condoms for women
The female condom is designed to fit all women and is suitable for all ages. It offers women and men an alternative to the male condom. If used correctly, the female condom is effective in preventing pregnancy and providing a barrier to sexually ... [... more]
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Syphilis - Better Health Channel.
Syphilis is a sexually transmissible infection (STI) caused by a bacterium and is easily treated. Condoms and dams reduce the risk of contracting syphilis. If you have syphilis, you should get tested regularly and make sure that any recent sexual ... [... more]
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Pubic lice (crabs)
Pubic lice, or crab lice, infest pubic hair. They can also sometimes affect hair of the armpit, eyebrows, eyelashes, beard and torso. Pubic lice are usually sexually transmitted through skin-to-skin contact. Lice infestation causes no serious ... [... more]
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Tertiary studies ... all about
Tertiary study can be exciting, but also overwhelming. Teenagers, young adults and older students can reduce the stress of tertiary life by checking out some useful tips on study, stress and time management. Other topics include relationships ... [... more]
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Prostate cancer testing
Prostate cancer is a malignant lump of tissue that grows in the prostate gland. It generally occurs in men over the age of 65. In two thirds of cases, it is not life threatening. Most men who have prostate cancer die of an unrelated cause. The ... [... more]
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