Reasons to Visit Men’s Health Doctor Q&A

A men’s health clinic is a medical facility in which health care services are provided to address concerns specific to the male anatomy. This may include prostate, testicular, or penile cancer, hydrocele (fluid accumulation in the scrotum), testicular torsion, erectile dysfunction (ED), priapism (persistent erection), phimosis (abnormally tight foreskin), premature ejaculation, male infertility, varicoceles (enlarged vessels in the scrotum), prostatitis (prostate inflammation), hormonal imbalance of the sex hormones (such as testosterone), and more.
 
American Male Medical is a leading health care clinic in the treatment of ED and PE, though we also specialize in low testosterone levels.

Men need to see a doctor for the same reason that anyone else needs a doctor, health is not always stable, and doctors are here to diagnose and treat such instabilities. There are many disorders and diseases that are specific to the male biology and reproductive system, and a team of healthcare professionals that specialize in this area of medicine will give you the opportunity to improve your health status. Further, several risk factors that lead to the conditions mentioned above need to be monitored and managed, such as genetics, environment, behavior, and culture. Additionally, the likelihood of developing a condition typically increases with age.

Statistics show that men are less likely than women to see a doctor for concern or on a regular basis as recommended; however, this often leads to worse health outcomes. It is essential to manage your health consistently and appropriately, and it is critical that you seek medical attention when you notice something abnormal.
 
Though you may be uncomfortable with having an exam performed for the prostate, penis, or testicles, issues of these structures must be caught early to ensure optimal outcomes for treatment. Your physician will take many steps to make you more comfortable during the process. It is recommended that men perform frequent and routine examinations of the testicles and penis to detect any abnormalities, such as a mass, swelling, discoloration, sores, pain or tenderness, or a change in texture or shape of the structures.
 
It is best to hold the scrotum and feel the testicles by rolling the area between your thumb and finger when performing this self-examination.

A men’s health visit is similar to any other physician visit in that it will consist of a comprehensive interview and a physical exam. First, you and your doctor will discuss your current health and health history. This process may be followed by a vitals check, measuring the heart rate, breathing rate, blood pressure, and temperature. If you are experiencing any current ailments, especially particular to your sex (male), your doctor will likely ask about previous treatment to determine if there needs to be further action taken, such as medical imagery or procedures.
 
You will likely be asked about your sexual habits too as it pertains to conditions like erectile dysfunction or premature ejaculation. A physical exam of the reproductive organs will also likely be performed.

Generally, those in good health and are below the age of fifty should see their primary care physician every two to three years for a standard wellness visit. If you are above the age of fifty, it is recommended that you meet with your primary care provider every year. Typically, health care providers suggest men perform self-examinations monthly.
 
If you are looking for quality health care specific to men’s health issues, such as hormonal imbalance, premature ejaculation (PE), and erectile dysfunction (ED), American Male Medical can help you. With our four locations and comprehensive list of services, we guarantee all of your needs will be met! So please, give us a call or request an appointment online to be seen as soon as possible by one of our exceptional physicians. We serve patients from Lewisville TX, Sherman Oaks CA, Irvine CA, Nashville TN, Carrollton TX, Flower Mound TX, Los Angeles CA, Tustin, CA, and Oak Hill TN.