For men with erectile dysfunction who are not able to use the oral drugs for ED like sildenafil, tadalafil, and other phosphodiesterase Type 5 inhibitors, another option is the penile injection most commonly known as Tri-Mix. Tri-Mix is, as the name implies, a combination of...
Libido or sexual desire is a good indicator of overall health. The presence of libido or lack thereof can indicate someone’s mental and physical functioning. Hypoactive sexual desire disorder (HSDD) has been shown to affect up to 10% US women and thought to be the...
Acne vulgaris is a common disorder often thought of only in adolescents during their pubescent years with prevalence upwards of 70-87% (Ebede, 2009). Acne vulgaris, often just termed acne is more common in adolescents but may also be seen in adults. Now there are many...
Is your skin looking or feeling differently these days? The skin is our body’s largest organ and is a great indication of our overall health. Everything that you do contributes positively or negatively with the quality and physiology of our skin. Our skin is responsible...
Studies show us that women have many more issues with sleep than men. While there are multiple reasons for this, the sporadic changes in hormones common to women are a major cause of sleep problems. These fluctuations in hormone levels such as in the menstrual...
We have discussed many different aspects of hormones on this blog, and the reader is most likely aware that hormones function as signaling molecules. They are secreted from one part of the body, travel through the bloodstream, and arrive at a target tissue to transmit...
Most diabetic patients in the US have type 2 diabetes or diabetes mellitus. This blog will focus on that population exclusively. Diabetes is a disease in which the body is unable to regulate blood sugar levels appropriately. In diabetic patients, the body’s production of insulin...
We all know that stress is bad but do you know how it can affect your body? Stress can affect various processes in the body like hormone production, the menstrual cycle, and fertility in women and men as well as digestion and immune function. When...
With Valentine’s Day fast approaching, many couples are frantically searching for that perfect gift. Whether your partner’s love language is receiving gifts, physical touch, acts of service, or quality time – there is a common thread that runs through human attraction and love. Oxytocin is...
Starting the New Year off with a new you, often begins with resolutions such as eating healthier and exercising more. After months of training and dieting, you see there are no results. Therefore, it may be time to get a lab workup to examine your...
