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June 5, 2025

What to ask your doctor about prostate cancer screening

Should you get a prostate-specific antigen (PSA) test? Start by discussing with your doctor.

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Early detection matters for testicular cancer

The incidence of testicular cancer has been increasing in the U.S. The good news? It’s highly treatable, especially when discovered early.

Trying to get pregnant? Your fertility questions answered

Is getting pregnant taking longer than expected? A Vanderbilt expert answers some common questions.

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Urinary tract infections in older adults

Older adults may have cognitive as well as physical symptoms of a UTI.

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Preventing urinary tract infections

These uncomfortable infections are easily treated, but better to avoid them. A urinary tract infection,…

When ‘active surveillance’ makes sense for prostate cancer

For men with 'low-risk' prostate cancer, the side effects of treatment may not be worth the benefit.

The My Vanderbilt Health Guide to Men’s Health

Guys: Follow these steps to take charge of your health at any age.

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Enlarged prostate: What are my treatment options?

These procedures can alleviate uncomfortable symptoms and improve quality of life.

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Infographic: The first symptoms of an enlarged prostate

These 10 changes in urination could be signs of an enlarged prostate. Know when to see your doctor.

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What to know about sexually transmitted infections (STIs)

These sexually transmitted infections are quite common. Know how to prevent them, and what symptoms they cause.

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What to know about urinary tract infections (UTIs)

Staying hydrated can help prevent them, but you'll need antibiotics to cure a UTI.

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Men: Not only women need pelvic floor physical therapy

Pelvic floor physical therapy can help men with urination problems, and those with chronic pain.

Choosing the right course for prostate cancer care

It can be tough to decide whether to get a PSA test, and what to do with the results. Here's how two men handled it.