Semen analysis or semen analysis is one of the fundamental complementary tests in the study of the male factor. The semen analysis will give us an idea not only of the production of spermatozoa by the testicle but also of their quality and the function of the seminal vesicles and the prostate. Two main types … Read more
“Pills don’t work for me”, is there another solution? Of course there is. Although they are the best known solution, they are only suitable for 60% of men who suffer from this problem. When pills do not give satisfactory results, there are other options that will restore the patient’s erection. In case the erection loss … Read more
What are shock waves? Shock waves are high-powered acoustic waves that have mechanical and biological effects. Applied correctly, they have a therapeutic effect, since they cause a regeneration of diseased or injured tissues. Why is it performed? Although shock waves have multiple therapeutic benefits, this type of treatment is mainly used for the treatment of … Read more
Suturless circumcision, also known as stitchless circumcision, is a minimally invasive surgery performed under local anesthesia on an outpatient basis. By means of a specially designed device, the circumcision is performed in less than 5 minutes without bleeding, without pain and without stitches, leaving a row of staples that fall out by themselves in the … Read more
What exactly is a penile prosthesis? A penile prosthesis is a medical device that is surgically inserted inside the corpora cavernosa of the penis to achieve adequate rigidity when the patient wishes to have sexual intercourse. What types of penile prosthesis are there? There are basically 3 types of prostheses depending on their elements: malleable, … Read more
Andrology is the part of medicine that deals with the study, diagnosis and treatment of pathologies that affect male sexual and reproductive health. Among those affecting sexual health are erectile dysfunction or impotence, ejaculation disorders (anejaculation, retrograde ejaculation, premature ejaculation, delayed ejaculation), disorders (anorgasmia), lack of sexual appetite or decreased libido (anaphrodisia). Other pathologies with … Read more
What exactly is Human Papillomavirus? Human Papillomavirus, also known as HPV, is a virus that is part of the group of sexually transmitted infections (STIs). There are more than 100 serotypes, affecting both men and women, which are classified as “high or low risk” depending on their potential to develop malignant lesions. How is it … Read more
In the scientific world there is some debate about whether online pornography can be an addiction or not. In order to answer this question it is first necessary to know what an addiction is. People suffering from an addiction often have common behavioral characteristics, such as uncontrolled consumption or risky behaviors. In addition, they manifest … Read more
It is difficult to define when a man is considered to be suffering from erectile dysfunction. Theoretically, it takes six months from the time the patient begins to notice the problem until a diagnosis can be established, but this is not entirely true. There are patients who, for example, after certain types of surgery know … Read more
Obtaining a normal semen analysis does not guarantee male fertility, as this test does not report sperm abnormalities. Male factor is one of the main causes of male infertility. However, it continues to be the great forgotten factor despite the advances in Assisted Reproduction techniques. According to a study carried out by the Institut Marquès, … Read more