Men's Health
Health specific to men represents a significant portion of health burden. Life expectancy for men is up to 8 years shorter than women. Behavioral and psychological elements do play their part, but there may still be room for developing a more robust system for treating men's health. Erectile dysfunction, changes in testosterone, and prostate issues can be difficult for a lot of men to discuss even with a healthcare provider, but these issues can lead to physical and emotional problems including a group of symptoms labeled LUTS or lower urinary tract symptoms. It's easier to avoid difficult or awkward conversations and examinations when you don't go through a medical professional, but this can lead to untested practices and even exposure to dangerous medications or toxins from unregulated supplements. Today on the Integrated Pharmacist Podcast, I'd like to go through medicine specific to men's health. Hopefully, we can find a way to guide patients to healthy