Men’s health – articles and advice
General men's health
Explore advice and features on men’s health, including common conditions and wellbeing. For reference, see our Patient Information Leaflets on men’s health.
General men's health
From hair loss to fertility issues, explore a wide range of men’s health topics and when it’s time to get them checked out.
- What's the average height for men?
- Why self-care for men is so important
- Cystitis in men
- What are the signs of depression in men?
- How common is male infertility, and what causes it?
- The simplest men's skincare routine
- Can men experience postnatal depression?
- Are testosterone supplements safe for men?
- Why is sexual violence against men on the rise?
- What is toxic masculinity and how does it affect men?
- What it's like to have a vasectomy
- What it's like to have breast cancer when you're a man
- Why are men less likely to wear sun cream?
- Do anabolic steroids cause infertility?
- Will we ever have a male contraceptive pill?
- How your lifestyle may be a cause of low sperm count
- What causes male pattern baldness?
- How common are male eating disorders?
- What triggers eating disorders in men?
- Having sex after a vasectomy
- The experiences of a vasectomised vasectomy surgeon
Men's sexual health
Sexual health matters at every age. Learn about erectile dysfunction, low libido, and other men’s health concerns—and how they can be treated.
- What you need to know before you take erectile dysfunction medication
- Do condoms really cause erection problems?
- How to prevent premature ejaculation
- Are erection problems getting more common in young men?
- Can men get thrush?
- How erection problems can affect your relationship
- The male reproductive system
- What erectile dysfunction could mean for your heart
Penis conditions
Pain, lumps, or changes to the penis should never be ignored. Learn about common penis conditions and when to seek medical advice.
Prostate conditions
An enlarged prostate can cause urination difficulties. Learn about common prostate conditions and the tests and treatments that can help.
- Is it prostate cancer or something else?
- What is Movember?
- What are the signs of prostate cancer?
- Why are Black men more likely to die from prostate cancer?
- Do men need to do Kegel exercises?
- How accurate are prostate cancer tests?
- New blood test may detect aggressive prostate cancer
- Urine test for prostate cancer could reveal who needs urgent treatment
- Bladder problems men shouldn't ignore
- PSA testing options
Testicle conditions
Testicle pain or swelling? Learn about possible causes like torsion or infection and when to seek urgent medical care.