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Bladder outlet obstruction: Causes in men?
Find out more about the causes of male bladder outlet obstruction and possible next steps.
Elective abortion: Does it affect subsequent pregnancies?
Understand whether ending a pregnancy can affect your fertility or future pregnancies.
Frequent sex: Does it protect against prostate cancer?
Some studies have suggested that frequent ejaculation may reduce the risk of prostate cancer. But other research hasn't supported this idea.
Recurrent prostate infection: What are the treatment options?
These infections that keep coming back can be hard to treat. Here's what to know.
Testosterone therapy in women: Does it boost sex drive?
This type of hormonal therapy may boost sex drive for some women, but its long-term safety is unclear.
Antibiotics and pregnancy: What's safe?
Learn about common types of antibiotics used during pregnancy and their safety.
Enlarged prostate: Does diet play a role?
Lifestyle factors such as diet appear to play a role in benign prostatic hyperplasia (BPH). See what lifestyle changes may help with symptoms.
Testicular microlithiasis: Is it linked with testicular cancer?
A Mayo Clinic specialist discusses the relationship between testicular microlithiasis and testicular cancer.
Test anxiety: Can it be treated?
Feelings of worry and self-doubt can interfere with how well you do on tests. Here's what you can do to lower your anxiety.
High cholesterol in children: How is it treated?
High cholesterol in children can lead to narrowed and hardened arteries, increasing the risk of heart disease later in life.
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