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On call: Exercising with respiratory infections

I do my best to exercise every day, either walking two miles in good weather or riding my exercise bike for 30 minutes on wet or cold days. Should I keep going when I catch a cold, or would I be better off resting?

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Author Posted on January 23, 2012February 23, 2020Categories Men's HealthLeave a comment on On call: Exercising with respiratory infections

On call: Selenium and vitamin E for prostate cancer

I have been taking selenium in the hope that it would prevent me from getting prostate cancer. But I heard on the radio that the National Cancer Institute is advising men to stop taking selenium. Should I stop it?

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Author Posted on January 18, 2012February 23, 2020Categories Men's HealthLeave a comment on On call: Selenium and vitamin E for prostate cancer

Kidney stones: Common, painful, preventable

Kidney stones, which are about twice as common in men as they are in women, can likely be prevented through attention to diet.

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Author Posted on December 21, 2011February 23, 2020Categories Men's HealthLeave a comment on Kidney stones: Common, painful, preventable

On call: Torn knee cartilage

I’m 72 and in good health. I’ve had left knee pain for almost six months. My doctor sent me for an MRI of both knees; it showed “mild to moderate osteoarthritis” in both knees and a torn meniscus in my right knee. What should I do for my “good” knee?

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Author Posted on December 21, 2011February 23, 2020Categories Men's HealthLeave a comment on On call: Torn knee cartilage

Medical memo: Worried about warts?

Warts are unsightly but generally harmless, and a wart will often go away on its own after a period of time.

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Author Posted on December 21, 2011February 23, 2020Categories Men's HealthLeave a comment on Medical memo: Worried about warts?

Big thighs may be wise

Surprisingly, having lower body fat may offer some health benefits, though diet and fitness are still vital to good health.

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Author Posted on December 21, 2011February 23, 2020Categories Men's HealthLeave a comment on Big thighs may be wise

Medical radiation: Too much of a good thing?

Exposure to ionizing radiation through medical testing is generally safe, but there are risks that patients and caregivers need to be aware of. Cumulative exposure should be tracked if possible, and unnecessary tests should be avoided.

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Author Posted on November 22, 2011February 23, 2020Categories Men's HealthLeave a comment on Medical radiation: Too much of a good thing?

Social networks and health: Communicable but not infectious

Old-fashioned social networking – the face-to-face kind – can affect our health, both positively and negatively.

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Author Posted on November 21, 2011February 23, 2020Categories Men's HealthLeave a comment on Social networks and health: Communicable but not infectious

On call: Acetaminophen and prostate cancer

I was very interested in your article on aspirin and cancer. You commented that aspirin may help prevent cancer, but I can’t take aspirin, even in low doses. I use Tylenol for pain and fever – can it also help against cancer?

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Author Posted on November 21, 2011February 23, 2020Categories Men's HealthLeave a comment on On call: Acetaminophen and prostate cancer

On call: Penile shortening post-prostatectomy

I am trying to decide between radical prostatectomy and radioactive seed therapy for my prostate cancer. The doctors say that I should be cured either way. I’m basing my decision on side effects, but I need more information about penile shortening.

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Author Posted on October 20, 2011February 23, 2020Categories Men's HealthLeave a comment on On call: Penile shortening post-prostatectomy

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