Male Birth Control Options

This article discusses male birth control options, including those that are available and those in development. Westend61/Getty Images Types of Male Birth Control Men produce about seven million sperm per day. Condoms The purpose of a condom is to keep sperm inside the condom after you ejaculate. Westend61/Getty Images so that accomplish this, the condom must be theright size for you. A condom that is too tight may break, and a condom that is too big can fall off....

April 18, 2025 · 4 min · 691 words · Johnny Duffy

Male Hypogonadism: What to Know

From Diagnosis to Treatment Malehypogonadismis a deficiency in the sex hormonetestosteronein adult males and male children. Low T in boys can cause delayed puberty. In both instances, testosterone replacement therapy is the primary form of treatment. Dima Berlin / Getty Images Verywell Health acknowledges thatsex and genderare related concepts, but they are not the same. A drop in normal testosterone, referred to as hypogonadism, can affect all these functions and more....

April 18, 2025 · 3 min · 506 words · Amber Wheeler

Malic Acid Benefits, Side Effects, and Interactions

Malic acid benefits can include acne treatment, and skin care such as exfoliation and hydration. More research is needed to identify and understand the health benefits of malic acid. As a result, some supplement products may not contain the ingredients listed on the label. Illustration by Anastasiia Tretiak​ for Verywell Health Malic acid also is used to balanceskin pH. It is considered safe for use but can irritate skin in some people....

April 18, 2025 · 2 min · 360 words · Bob Gardner

Malignant Bowel Obstruction in End Stage Colon Cancer

Treatment of the obstruction is typically geared toward palliationor non-curative symptom relief. Symptoms The symptoms might be easily missed or attributed to treatments or medication. Paired with yourcancer diagnosis, stage, and symptoms, the diagnosis is usually unquestionable. Hispanolistic / Getty Images A nasogastric tubea thin, straw sized and flexible tubecan be inserted into your nose to your stomach. A palliative stent can also be placed endoscopically to hold the colon open, so feces can pass normally....

April 18, 2025 · 1 min · 92 words · Kathryn Clarke

Malignant Narcissism

As a combination ofnarcissistic personality disorderandantisocial personality disorder, malignant narcissism is considered the most severetype of narcissism. Malignant narcissists tend to want things like power, control over others, money, and fame. Narcissistic personality disorder and antisocial personality disorder are both cluster B personality disorders. FatCamera / Getty Images Symptoms of paranoia can be present. Causes Specific causes of malignant narcissism and related personality disorders are not entirely understood. Genetic and environmental factors may lead to these conditions....

April 18, 2025 · 2 min · 223 words · Tyler Lewis

Malignant Pleural Effusion Treatment and Outlook

The various treatments are focused on removing the fluids either directly or indirectly. The article describes the symptoms and causes of malignant pleural effusion, including how it is diagnosed and treated. It also explains the impact malignant pleural infusion has on survival. Verywell / Cindy Chung What Are the Characteristics of Malignant Pleural Effusion? The symptoms of malignant pleural effusion vary by the extent of fluid infiltration. The effusion may be large and diffuse or involve a small portion of the pleural space....

April 18, 2025 · 2 min · 390 words · Lacey Morris

Malignant vs. Benign Tumors: What Are the Differences?

If you have been diagnosed with a tumor, your healthcare provider will first determine whether it’sbenignor malignant. Benign tumors are noncancerous. Malignant tumors are cancerous. Verywell / Joshua Seong Once your healthcare provider knows if your tumor is benign or malignant, they will develop a treatment plan. What Is a Tumor? Atumoris an abnormal mass or growth of tissue that serves no specific purpose. It can develop when cells grow and divide too quickly....

April 18, 2025 · 2 min · 388 words · Jose Adams

Malnutrition After Gastric Bypass Surgery

Certain procedures, particularlygastric bypassweight-loss surgeries, are more likely to lead to malnutrition. What Is Malnutrition? There are many types of malnutrition. 10'000 Hours / Getty Images Roux En Y surgery is also associated with malnutrition. Prevention There are two primary ways to prevent malnutrition after gastric bypass surgery. Prevention is key, but when that is not possible, treatment is necessary. 2018;28(6):1803-1805. doi:10.1007/s11695-018-3207-y MedlinePlus.Kwashiorkor. 2017;13(5):727-741. doi:10.1016/j.soard.2016.12.018

April 18, 2025 · 1 min · 65 words · Cynthia Shea

Managing a Fear of Crowds (Enochlophobia)

Enochlophobia isn’t an actual mental health disorder but it causes symptoms similar to other types of anxiety disorders. Illustration by Zoe Hansen for Verywell Health What Is Fear of Crowds? Many people are uncomfortable in large groups of people. Illustration by Zoe Hansen for Verywell Health Genetics and certain cultural beliefs may play a role in your risk of developing enochlophobia. If you are an anxious person, your temperament may make you susceptible to enochlophobia....

April 18, 2025 · 2 min · 334 words · Tara Hernandez

Managing ADHD and ODD When They Occur Together

ADHD is a neurodevelopmental disorder marked by impulsive and hyperactive and/or inattentive behaviors. ODD is a behavior disorder marked by behaviors that are uncooperative, defiant, and at times hostile. ADHD is a neurodevelopmental disorder, meaning that it affects the growth and development of the brain. Verywell / Laura Porter The two disorders cause different symptom profiles, some of which can overlap. Children with ODD are also prone to throwing tantrums, but those tantrums are more likely to become physicallyaggressive....

April 18, 2025 · 2 min · 414 words · Jeremy Duran

Managing Asthma Flare-Ups

Flare-ups can range from mild to severe and can be an emergency. A good asthma treatment plan will minimize flare-ups and enable you to stop them when they occur. Learn more about asthma flare-ups, including signs, symptoms, causes, and treatment. FatCamera / Getty Images FatCamera / Getty Images What Is an Asthma Flare-Up? During an asthma flare-up,asthma symptoms get worse. Talk with your healthcare provider about how to determine this....

April 18, 2025 · 3 min · 497 words · Patricia King

Managing Bone Pain While Taking Hormone Therapy

Tamoxifen and otherhormone therapydrugs can cause bone and joint pain as a side effect. Fortunately, non-steroidal anti-inflammatory medications (NSAIDs) and other treatments can help improve this side effect. For many women, the daily occurrence of bone and joint pain is their biggest complaint. Jose Luis Pelaez Inc / Getty Images These people say the pain makes it difficult to perform daily activities and work-related tasks. Joint pain often occurs in the knees, back, ankles, and feet as well as the hips....

April 18, 2025 · 2 min · 347 words · Jessica Cline

Managing Breathlessness With Lung Cancer

Symptoms The main symptom of dyspnea is labored breathing. Other symptoms can co-occur with dyspnea and help describe the severity of the symptom. These include: Causes The severity and duration of dyspnea can vary by the underlying cause. Science Photo Library / Getty Images With lung cancer, there are many possibilities. All possible causes should be explored during the diagnosis. If not, you may be given drugs that relieve the symptom but mask the true underlying cause....

April 18, 2025 · 5 min · 857 words · Dustin Singleton