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HPV - What About the Vaccination?
There are two approved vaccines for the prevention of HPV infection with the two main cancer causing strains of the virus.Gardasil was first and was approved for use in women and girls ages 9-26.It is only effective if you are not already HPV infected.
New Guidelines for Treating Advanced Prostate Cancer
Recommendations are for men whose tumors have grown resistant to hormonal therapies
Menstruation
What is menstruation, and what happens during menstruation? Learn about menstruation in this definition.
Erectile Dysfunction: Symptoms & Types
Erectile dysfunction is different from other conditions that affect sexual intercourse. Here's information on the symptoms of ED, and whether treatment is needed.
Human Immunodeficiency Virus (HIV) Test
A human immunodeficiency virus (HIV) test detects antibodies to HIV in the blood. This determines whether an HIV infection is present (HIV - positive).
Gleason Score and Staging
Find WebMD's comprehensive coverage of prostate cancer gleason scores and staging, including medical reference, news, pictures, videos, and more.
Tips for Needlephobics to Not Pass Out
Not too many people actually enjoy being poked with a needle, but at least 10 percent of the population experiences extreme anxiety over needles, leading to a condition known as needle phobia. They exhibit severe symptoms when faced with the anticipation of coming in contact with a needle, like a dr
Spray for Premature Ejaculation Helps
An anesthetic spray more than doubles the "lasting" time for men with premature ejaculation, according to a study by the company that makes the spray.
Sexual Fantasies: What’s Considered Unusual?
Very few sexual fantasies are uncommon, with both men and women expressing a wide range of fantasies.
STD Linked to Prostate Cancer
Infection with a common sexually transmitted disease (STD) may make men more vulnerable to the most deadly form of prostate cancer, new research suggests.
What Are the Treatment Options for the Removal of Genital Warts?
Genital warts or Condylomata acuminata is a highly contagious venereal disease in people between the ages of seventeen and thirty-three. The human papillomavirus virus or HPV virus causes these warts. There are 100 types of HPV viruses, but these warts are believed to be caused by type 6 and 11.
A Woman's Guide to Living With an STD
There are currently more than 65 million Americans living with an STD and chances are you are one of them or know someone who is. Living with an STD can be challenging and remarkably difficult. But with the right perspective and proper treatment, you can lead a normal life.
Erection Problems (Erectile Dysfunction)-Topic Overview
Erectile dysfunction, sometimes called impotence, refers to a man's consistent inability to get or maintain an erection sufficient to have satisfactory sex.
How to Significantly Reduce Herpes Outbreaks
Herpes is a disabling disease that can turn life into a living hell for the affected. And the virus is on the rise, claiming more and more victims. One out of six Americans suffers from genital herpes, according to the CDC. Herpes is one of the most common STDs. Of those infected, many have no clue
Human Papilloma Virus - What You Need to Know
It seems like a lot of people are being infected with Human Papilloma Virus, and it is sad. There is a lot of money being poured into education about this though, and it's interesting to note how good things are getting in the world when people are paying attention to the world around them. Tha
Dr. Phil & Robin's Do-It-Yourself Marriage Makeover
The famous couple on how to cope with the 5 biggest relationship busters, and their stay-together secrets for no-longer newlyweds.