Men's Health Information

The world wide web is fast becoming the number one choice for consumers to locate health related information.  Major health issues are sometimes unique to men.  There are many resources on Ebiz247 Health pages that can help you find the information that you are looking for from the comfort of your own home.  Topics ranging from prostate cancer, heart disease, colon cancer, and more are all found in this section.   Bookmark this section for future reference.    

Below is a sample of the informative mens health information found in this section:

Who is at risk for prostate cancer?
All men are at risk. The most common risk factor is age. More than 70 percent of men diagnosed with prostate cancer each year are over the age of 65. African American men have a higher risk of prostate cancer than white men. Dramatic differences in the incidence of prostate cancer are also seen in different countries, and there is some evidence that a diet higher in fat, especially animal fat, may account for some of these differences. Genetic factors also appear to play a role, particularly for families in which the diagnosis is made in men under age 60. The risk of prostate cancer rises with the number of close relatives who have the disease.

What are the symptoms of prostate cancer?
Prostate cancer often does not cause symptoms for many years. By the time symptoms occur, the disease may have spread beyond the prostate. When symptoms do occur, they may include:
Frequent urination, especially at night.
Inability to urinate.
Trouble starting or holding back urination.
A weak or interrupted flow of urine.
Painful or burning urination.
Blood in the urine or semen.
Painful ejaculation.
Frequent pain in the lower back, hips, or upper thighs.
These can be symptoms of cancer, but more often they are symptoms of noncancerous conditions. It is important to check with a doctor.

Asbestos And mesothelioma In Men
Being exposed to asbestos can affect the risk of developing malignant mesothelioma.  Many people with malignant mesothelioma have worked or lived in places where they inhaled or swallowed asbestos. After being exposed to asbestos, it usually takes a long time for malignant mesothelioma to occur. Other  risk factors for malignant mesothelioma include the following:

a) Living with a person who works near asbestos.
b) Being exposed to a certain virus.

Signs Of Mens Mesothelioma
Possible signs of malignant mesothelioma include shortness of breath and pain under the rib cage.  Sometimes the cancer causes fluid to collect around the lung or in the abdomen. These symptoms may be caused by the fluid or malignant mesothelioma. Other conditions may cause the same symptoms. A doctor should be consulted if any of the following problems occur:

a) Trouble breathing.
b) Pain under the rib cage.
c) Pain or swelling in the abdomen.
d) Lumps in the abdomen.
e) Weight loss for no known reason.

United States Government Office for Mens Health
No matter how much you know about men's health, there's always room to know more about ways to a better lifestyle, the top men's health concerns, and the importance of getting medical care and regular screening tests. Many of the major health risks that men face can be prevented and treated if they are diagnosed early.  While the life-expectancy gap between men and women has shrunk to five years, the narrowest since 1946, it is no secret that men still need to pay more attention to their bodies. Why? Some reasons include:

Men tend to smoke and drink more than women and generally have less healthy lifestyles.
Men do not seek medical help as often as women.
Men tend to join in fearless, risky, dangerous behaviors more than women.
Men also largely define themselves by their work, which adds to stress and to being disconnected from their emotional side. This can add to problems in relationships, as well as in jobs and careers.

The good news is that many of the major health risks that men face can be prevented and treated if they are diagnosed early. So you deserve to pay more attention to yourself! Take better care of yourself physically, mentally, and emotionally. Or if you are a woman searching for ways to help the men in your life, tell them the same.