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What is the prostate?

WHAT IS THE PROSTATE? What is the prostate and why is it important to have regular prostate exams? The prostate is a walnut-sized gland located between the male bladder and penis. The urethra runs through the centre of the prostate, from the bladder to the penis. The prostate is responsible for secreting a milky fluid… Continue reading What is the prostate?

10 facts about men and vasectomy

10 FACTS ABOUT MEN AND VASECTOMY Dr Michael Read 10 facts about men and vasectomy When it comes to contraceptives for males, the only current options are available are condoms and vasectomy. Researchers are working on vas-occlusion contraceptives that simply inhibit the transport of sperm through the vas deferens, making it a truly reversible contraceptive… Continue reading 10 facts about men and vasectomy

Is it possible to reverse a Vasectomy?

IS IT POSSIBLE TO REVERSE A VASECTOMY? Before we can answer the question of if it can be reversed, let us first look at what exactly a vasectomy is and what it entails. What is a vasectomy? A vasectomy is a minor surgical procedure that is performed as a form of male contraception. It involves… Continue reading Is it possible to reverse a Vasectomy?

Tips To Keeping The Romance Alive Even After Having Kids

TIPS TO KEEPING THE ROMANCE ALIVE EVEN AFTER HAVING KIDS 6 tips to keeping the romance alive, even after having a baby Bringing a child into the world can be one of the most rewarding adventures a couple can embark on. For couples with a new baby, learning to balance parenting, home upkeep and a… Continue reading Tips To Keeping The Romance Alive Even After Having Kids

The Pros and Cons of a Vasectomy

THE PROS AND CONS OF A VASECTOMY Making a decision on whether to have a vasectomy is a deeply personal one, and there are certainly many pros and cons to consider. Vasectomy is a permanent form of birth control for men, blocking the passage of sperm when a man ejaculates. When a man reaches orgasm,… Continue reading The Pros and Cons of a Vasectomy

Is A Vasectomy The Right Treatment For You?

IS A VASECTOMY THE RIGHT TREATMENT FOR YOU? Vasectomy Procedure Gold Coast Having children is an exciting time for all families, although in some circumstances couples decide for the male to get a vasectomy to ensure they don’t have any more children. This however can be a daunting procedure to follow through with. As a… Continue reading Is A Vasectomy The Right Treatment For You?

Have you been considering an adult circumcision?

HAVE YOU BEEN CONSIDERING AN ADULT CIRCUMCISION? Adult Circumcision Procedure Gold Coast Adult circumcisions are a topic that most people know very little about. Many men consider this surgery as a long-term solution when their foreskin it too tight and cannot be retracted. Circumcisions can be performed because you simply want one, you aren’t happy… Continue reading Have you been considering an adult circumcision?

Infant Circumcision

INFANT CIRCUMCISION Infant Circumcision Procedure Gold Coast There are a lot of mixed opinions about infant circumcisions although there are also a lot of health benefit associated with the procedure. Not many people know that circumcisions are a long-term solution for the foreskin being too tight and not being able to be retracted, easier hygiene,… Continue reading Infant Circumcision