Balanitis is the inflammation of the head of the penis (glans) and often the foreskin. It is a common condition in young boys, especially those who have not yet been circumcised. Causes Balanitis in children can be caused by several…
Tight foreskin, also known as phimosis, is a condition in which the foreskin cannot be fully retracted (pulled back) over the head of the penis. It is common in infants and young boys and is often a normal developmental stage.…
Benign prostatic enlargement, also known as benign prostatic hyperplasia (BPH), is a noncancerous increase in the size of the prostate gland. This condition is common in older men and can affect urination and quality of life. Causes BPH is primarily…
Chronic prostatitis, also known as chronic pelvic pain syndrome (CPPS), is a condition that causes persistent pain and urinary symptoms in men. It is not always caused by an infection and can be challenging to diagnose and manage. Causes The…
Prostate cancer is a malignant tumor that develops in the prostate gland, a small gland located below the bladder in men. It is one of the most common types of cancer in men, but it is often slow-growing and highly…
Pain in the scrotum is a symptom that can range from mild discomfort to severe, sudden pain. It can affect males of any age and may be caused by a variety of underlying conditions, some of which require urgent medical…
Epididymitis is the inflammation of the epididymis, a coiled tube located at the back of the testicle that stores and carries sperm. It is a common cause of scrotal pain and swelling in men. Causes Epididymitis is most often caused…
A swollen scrotum refers to an enlargement or puffiness of the scrotal sac, which can be caused by a variety of underlying conditions. Swelling may be painless or accompanied by pain, and it can affect one or both sides of…
An undescended testicle, also known as cryptorchidism, is a condition in which one or both testicles fail to descend from the abdomen into the scrotum before birth. It is most common in premature infants but can also occur in full-term…
Orchitis is inflammation of one or both testicles, often resulting in pain and swelling. It can affect males of any age and may be caused by infections or other medical conditions. Causes Orchitis is most commonly caused by: Viral infections:…
