Prevention and anti-aging care of common diseases of the male reproductive system

Common Diseases of the Male Reproductive System and Their Prevention

Phimosis refers to a condition where the foreskin opening is too small, making it impossible or difficult to retract, thus preventing the glans penis from being exposed. If the foreskin is too long, covering the urethral opening (but still retractable), it is called redundant foreskin. Phimosis and redundant foreskin can easily cause the following complications:

Balanitis

Lumbar inflammation

Paraphimosis

Urinary and erectile dysfunction

Sexual intercourse dysfunction

Penile cancer

Treatment

Go to the hospital for non-surgical treatment or surgical treatment (circumcision)

Cryptorhiza

Cryptorhiza: Cryptorchidism occurs when the testes fail to descend into the scrotum at birth. It can be either incomplete descent or ectopic testes. Cryptorchidism is a congenital malformation. Treatment involves using human chorionic gonadotropin (hCG) or orchiopexy.

Epidiitis and Orchitis

Common diseases, often caused by retrograde infection. Redness, swelling, and pain are the clinical symptoms. In the acute phase, bed rest is recommended. Initially, cold compresses are applied, followed by warm compresses after three days, and antibiotics are used. Chronic mumps can be treated with physical therapy. Note that mumps is often accompanied by viral orchitis.

Hydrocele

Divided into testicular hydrocele and spermatic cord hydrocele. The scrotum presents as an oval-shaped swelling, smooth and elastic to the touch, but without tenderness. Treatment involves aspiration or surgery.

Varicocele

Most common in men aged 20-30 who stand for long periods. Symptoms include scrotal enlargement, dull pain, a feeling of heaviness, and faintly visible varicose veins. A scrotal support belt can be used to elevate the scrotum, and the scrotum should be washed frequently with cold water. In severe cases, high ligation of the spermatic vein may be performed.

Prostatitis

Prostatitis is a common disease in men, most commonly occurring between the ages of 20 and 50. There are four types of prostatitis:

① Acute bacterial prostatitis

② Chronic bacterial prostatitis

③ Nonbacterial prostatitis

④ Prostatodynia

Symptoms

Acute: High fever and chills, nausea and vomiting, lower abdominal pain, frequent and painful urination

Chronic: Perineal pain, testicular swelling and pain, frequent and painful urination, feeling of incomplete urination

Treatment

Acute: Antibiotics, antipyretics and analgesics

Chronic: Antibiotics, prostate massage

Prevention measures

Exercise to improve physical fitness

Avoid alcohol and spicy foods

Avoid long-distance cycling

Avoid sitting on cold ground after exertion

Regulate sexual activity to a moderate level

Avoid forcibly interrupting ejaculation

Benign Prostatic Hyperplasia (BPH)

Benign prostatic hyperplasia is a common disease in elderly men, but its cause is unclear.

Main Symptoms

Frequent urination, especially increased nighttime urination, and difficulty urinating.

Secondary Symptoms
Hematuria
Urinary tract infection
Bladder stones
Kidney damage
Decreased libido and low libido.

Treatment
Medications
Surgical removal

Prostatectomy only removes the enlarged portion and has little impact on sexual function, so normal sexual activity is still possible after surgery.

Male Anti-aging and Health

Physical Exercise

Regular physical exercise can make you healthier and more energetic.

Taking Aspirin

If you have cardiovascular disease, you can take aspirin under the guidance of a doctor to reduce the chance of cerebral thrombosis. Taking aspirin can also reduce the risk of rectal cancer, cataracts, and prevent gallstones.

Weight Loss

Obese people are prone to diabetes and heart disease, so maintaining a healthy weight is important for health. However, weight loss cannot simply be about controlling the intake of staple foods; a low-fat diet and physical exercise are the main measures for weight loss.

Nutrition and Diet

Nine Nutrients Men Especially Need

Vitamin A

Vitamin A boosts immunity, has anti-cancer properties, and promotes beauty. Foods rich in Vitamin A include carrots, liver, fish, and tomatoes. Vitamin A is easily obtained from food, but excessive intake is not recommended; the daily requirement is 1000 mg.

Vitamin B₆

Vitamin B₆ boosts immunity and can help prevent skin and bladder cancer. In addition, it helps prevent kidney stones and improves sleep. Two large bananas provide the daily requirement (2 mg). Other food sources include chicken, fish, liver, potatoes, and sunflower seeds. Excessive Vitamin B₆ is harmful; experts recommend no more than 50 mg daily.

Vitamin C

Vitamin C boosts immunity, helps prevent cancer, heart disease, and stroke, and promotes healthy gums and teeth. Vitamin C also has anti-aging effects. A daily intake of 200-300 mg of Vitamin C is sufficient. If you smoke, you must supplement with more. Food sources include oranges, bell peppers, and grapes.

Vitamin E

Vitamin E can lower cholesterol, prevent atherosclerosis and cataracts, boost immunity, and remove toxins from the body. Almonds, peanuts, and walnuts are rich in Vitamin E.

Fiber

Fiber helps lower blood pressure, prevent colorectal cancer, control blood sugar levels in diabetics, and aid in weight loss. The daily requirement is 18-35 grams. Two medium-sized apples provide 14 grams of fiber. Fruits, vegetables, and whole grains all contain fiber.

Water

Water is the most basic nutrient. It lubricates joints, regulates body temperature, and provides the body with minerals and essential fluids. Men need more water than women because 40% of a man's body is muscle (compared to only 23% for women), and muscle contains about three times more water than fat. A man needs approximately 2 liters of water per day.

Zinc

Sufficient zinc ensures libido and improves fertility. Zinc promotes wound healing and has disease-fighting properties. Foods rich in zinc include beef, seafood, grains, and soy products. Excessive zinc can interfere with the normal functioning of other minerals; experts recommend no more than 15 mg per day.

Magnesium

Magnesium plays a vital role in maintaining normal heart function. Sufficient magnesium can prevent heart disease and high blood pressure. Foods rich in magnesium include whole-wheat bread, milk, bananas, dried fruits such as peanuts, leafy green vegetables, and seafood.

Chromium

Chromium can lower cholesterol, improve exercise endurance, reduce fat, and strengthen muscles. At least 50 mg is needed daily, and 100-200 mg is needed for high-activity individuals. Since it is difficult to obtain from food, chromium-fortified multivitamins and mineral complexes or chromium-enriched foods can be taken.

Pay Attention to Posture

While hunching does not cause medical problems, it makes one appear older. The correct way to correct this is to pay attention to your walking posture: head up, chest out, abdomen in, and exercise regularly. Although men lose calcium less quickly than women, it's still important to supplement calcium. Foods rich in calcium include skim milk, low-fat yogurt, kale, and dried fruit.

Moderate Sexual Activity

Moderate and harmonious sexual activity is beneficial to men's physical and mental health. Therefore, adult men should not give up sexual activity at any age. As for what constitutes "moderate," it's about not feeling tired the next day.

Sufficient Sleep

At any age, insufficient rest will lead to fatigue. Fatigue makes people sluggish and slows their reactions. Physical and mental exhaustion makes one feel old. Sufficient sleep doesn't mean sleeping as long as possible, but rather focusing on sleep quality. Developing a habit of going to bed and waking up at regular times is a good way to combat aging.

Moderate Alcohol Consumption and Quitting Smoking

Excessive alcohol consumption damages the heart, liver, and brain, but moderate alcohol consumption can promote blood circulation, prevent heart disease, and increase high-density lipoprotein levels. An increase in this protein is beneficial to the body. Smoking is harmful to health, so you must quit!

Consciously Enhance Memory

As the saying goes, the more you use your brain, the sharper it becomes. Consciously enhancing your memory, learning and working until old age, is very beneficial for delaying aging.

Live Optimistically

Thinking about being young makes you young. This isn't wishful thinking, but rather the effect of mindset. Caring for others, loving life, and putting these qualities into practice will make you younger and help you live longer.