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Clinical urologic endocrinology : principles for men's health

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Parviz K. Kavoussi, Raymond A. Costabile, Andrea Salonia, editors. --London: Springer , c2013.

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Clinical Urologic Endocrinology: Principles for Men's Health provides an organized, accessible reference on men's endocrinological health. Over 30 million men in the US alone suffer from erectile dysfunction and over 13 million men in the US suffer from hypogonadism (low testosterone). One out of seven couples also suffer from subfertility of which 50-60% have male factor involvement. More and more men are coming forward to seek treatment for such issues, which in the past were considered taboo…

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Other Authors: Kavoussi, Parviz K; Costabile, Raymond A; Salonia, Andrea

Responsibility: Parviz K. Kavoussi, Raymond A. Costabile, Andrea Salonia, editors

Place of Publication: London

Publisher: Springer

Date of Publication: c2013

Physical Description: 1 online resource (xviii, 143 p. : 15 ill., 9 ill. in color)

ISBN: 9781447144052

Subjects (MeSH): Hypogonadism; Infertility, male; Testosterone - physiology

Subjects (LCSH): Endocrinology; Urology

Abstract: Clinical Urologic Endocrinology: Principles for Men's Health provides an organized, accessible reference on men's endocrinological health. Over 30 million men in the US alone suffer from erectile dysfunction and over 13 million men in the US suffer from hypogonadism (low testosterone). One out of seven couples also suffer from subfertility of which 50-60% have male factor involvement. More and more men are coming forward to seek treatment for such issues, which in the past were considered taboo and there is a strong need for a book which provides guidance for practitioners who support men in their reproductive and sexual concerns. This book covers in depth the key issues in male reproductive health in one easy-to-use resource. Clinical Urologic Endocrinology: Principles for Men's Health is a valuable reference for urologists, endocrinologists, internal medicine physicians, family medicine physicians, sex therapists, and allied health professionals providing care for men in the areas of sexual health, fertility, and men's endocrinological health.

Contents: Anatomy and Physiology of Androgen Regulation in Men -- Development of the Male Reproductive System -- Epidemiology and Diagnosis of Hypogonadism -- Testosterone and Sexual Function -- Treatment of Hypogonadism in Men -- Hypogonadism and Prostate Cancer: To Treat or Not To Treat -- Testosterone and Male Infertility -- Specific Endocrinopathies and Male Infertility -- Index.

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Men's Health

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Peter H.C. Lim, editor. --London: Springer , c2013.

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Men's Health is a concise, didactic compendium that covers three important aspects of male sexual health: Testosterone Deficiency Syndrome; Premature Ejaculation and Sexually Transmitted Infections (STIs). The chapters that deal with Testosterone Deficiency Syndrome cover the epidemiology of the condition in the local context, the science behind the condition, its clinical presentation and treatment choices. The section on Premature Ejaculation advises the health practitioner on how to invest…

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Other Authors: Lim, Peter H.C

Responsibility: Peter H.C. Lim, editor

Place of Publication: London

Publisher: Springer

Date of Publication: c2013

Physical Description: 1 online resource (xviii, 204 p. : 46 ill., 41 ill. in color)

ISBN: 9781447147664

Subjects (MeSH): Hypogonadism; Premature Ejaculation; Sexually Transmitted Diseases; Men's Health; Reproductive Health; Sexual Dysfunction, Physiological

Subjects (LCSH): Endocrinology; Infectious diseases; Reproductive medicine; Urology

Abstract: Men's Health is a concise, didactic compendium that covers three important aspects of male sexual health: Testosterone Deficiency Syndrome; Premature Ejaculation and Sexually Transmitted Infections (STIs). The chapters that deal with Testosterone Deficiency Syndrome cover the epidemiology of the condition in the local context, the science behind the condition, its clinical presentation and treatment choices. The section on Premature Ejaculation advises the health practitioner on how to investigate this condition and describes the various treatment options available to the patient. The chapters on Sexually Transmitted Infections cover special aspects of the diagnosis, prevention and treatment of STIs occurring in Men which are not normally highlighted in the usual texts on STI management. Written by experts in the field, Men's Health is a valuable and timely resource for urologists, andrologists, endocrinologists as well as other health professionals practicing in these areas.

Contents: Part I: Hypogonadism -- 1. Epidemiology: Late-Onset Hypogonadism in Singapore -- 2. Pathophysiology of Late-Onset Hypogonadism and Risks and Benefits of Replacement Therapy -- 3. Testosterone Assays and Their Potential Pitfalls -- 4. Diagnosing and Evaluating Androgen Deficiency, Including Andropause -- 5. Testosterone Preparations for Treatment of Hypogonadal Men -- 6. Androgens, Use, Misuse, and Abuse -- 7. Testosterone Therapy, Prostate Safety, and Other Safety Issues -- 8. The Role of Testosterone in the Metabolic Syndrome in Men -- 9. The Testosterone and ED (or Sexual Function) Connection -- 10. Treating Hypogonadism Associated with Erectile Dysfunction -- 11. Traditional Asian Herbs: Potential Use for Late-Onset Hypogonadism? -- 12. Effects of Excessive Androgen Use and Abuse -- 13. Practice Pointers for the Practitioner -- 14. Collection Charts/Questionnaires/Testosterone Calculators/Other Aide-Memoires, etc. for the GP -- Part II:Premature Ejaculation -- 15. Introduction -- 16. Etiology of Premature Ejaculation -- 17. Initial Workup and Use of Assessment Tools -- 18. Initial Management of the Newly Diagnosed PE -- 19. Premature Ejaculation: Simple Behavioral Therapy Steps -- 20. Choice of Pharmacologic Agents -- 21. Premature Ejaculation: Treatment of the Difficult Case and Advanced Counseling Techniques and When to Refer -- 22. Management of the Infertile Couple When the Male Partner Has Ejaculatory Dysfunction -- 23. Delayed/Retarded Ejaculation -- 24. Collection of Bedside Aids for Diagnosis and Tools for Assessment of Treatment to Goal -- 25. Frequently Asked Questions on Dapoxetine (FAQ’S) -- Part III: Sexually Transmitted Infections -- 26. Overview -- 27. HIV/AIDS -- 28. Breaking the News and Counseling -- 29. Prostatitis in Men -- 30. STIs, Depression and Sexual Dysfunction -- 31. Guidelines: Making the Diagnosis and Managing the Partner -- Index .

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Androgen deficiency and testosterone replacement : current controversies and strategies

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Wayne J.G. Hellstrom, editor. --New York, NY: Humana Press , c2013.

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Androgen Deficiency and Testosterone Replacement: Current Controversies and Strategies explores the difficulties around the diagnosis and treatment of androgen deficiency. The text examines the available evidence concerning the diagnosis and treatment of men with low testosterone. It also examines controversies in the identification and management of these men. While the information contained within will be of use to those who specialize in androgen deficiency and sexual medicine, the scope of …

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Other Authors: Hellstrom, Wayne J.G

Responsibility: Wayne J.G. Hellstrom, editor

Place of Publication: New York, NY

Publisher: Humana Press

Date of Publication: c2013

Physical Description: 1 online resource (x, 154 p. : 17 ill., 10 ill. in color)

Series Title: Current clinical urology

ISBN: 9781627031790

Subjects (MeSH): Androgens - deficiency; Hypogonadism - therapy; Testosterone - therapeutic use

Subjects (LCSH): Endocrinology; Urology

Abstract: Androgen Deficiency and Testosterone Replacement: Current Controversies and Strategies explores the difficulties around the diagnosis and treatment of androgen deficiency. The text examines the available evidence concerning the diagnosis and treatment of men with low testosterone. It also examines controversies in the identification and management of these men. While the information contained within will be of use to those who specialize in androgen deficiency and sexual medicine, the scope of the book will serve as a source of basic information about testosterone replacement and as a source of reasoned analysis of the controversies surrounding testosterone replacement in the aging male. Physicians and physician extenders will be able to apply evidence management principles to the evaluation and treatment of men with testosterone deficiency; supported by the most recent practice guidelines available. The authors represent a select group of physicians with expertise in androgen deficiency and replacement. Androgen Deficiency and Testosterone Replacement: Current Controversies and Strategies will be of great value to all physicians and physician extenders who deliver health care to men of all ages.

Contents: The Institute of Medicine White Paper on Testosterone: Current Perspective -- The Laboratory Diagnosis of Testosterone Deficiency -- The Clinical Diagnosis of Androgen Deficiency -- The Use of Patient Reported Outcome Questionnaires in the Diagnosis of Androgen Deficiency -- Testosterone, and its Association with Metabolic and Cardiovascular Disease -- The Role of Androgens in Prostate Cancer -- Androgen Deficiency in the Adolescent Male -- Effects of Androgen Deficiency and Replacement on Male Fertility -- HIV and Testosterone in Men -- Treatment Options for Testosterone Replacement Therapy -- Alternate Therapies for Testosterone Replacement.