For centuries, people have expressed themselves through body piercings. Piercings that were once considered tribal or barbaric are now part of mainstream culture. Nipple piercing, for one, has grown tremendously in popularity among men and women,...
The skin, also known as the integumentary system, is the largest organ of the body, and since it covers the body, it is the only organ that's always visible. If anything goes wrong with the skin, it is immediately seen and felt. For this reason,...
Scabies is a mite that infects the tissues of the skin. The mites can be spread from one person to another through physical contact, such as sharing towels, bedding or even hugging. The symptoms include severe itching, despite the size of the mite...
For young females, developing breasts can be confusing, frustrating and even painful. Whereas some girls will begin the process as young as seven, others do not begin until reaching 14 years of age, and the process can continue until the age of...
Male breast cancer occurs when malignant cells form in the tissues of the breast according to the National Cancer Institute. Male breast cancer may develop at any age but is usually found in older men between the ages of 60 and 70. High levels of...
Jogger's nipple is fairly common in male athletes. The technical name for jogger's nipple is fissures of the nipple or dermatitis of the nipple. It's more common in male athletes than female since most women wear a bra when working out, and that...
Both men and women have two types of hair on their bodies. Vellus hair is fine and light and designed to provide insulation. It is the type of hair that appears on a woman's back, chest and face. Terminal hair is darker and longer, such as the...
The formation of breast tissue in males can be a painfully embarrassing condition. Known clinically as gynecomastia, it can range from a slight puffiness in the nipple to what looks like a woman's breast. If you've noticed that your pecs aren't as...
A low glycemic index diet may decrease insulin resistance in obese women by helping to control glucose levels and aiding with weight loss. The glycemic index is a tool that measures carbohydrates according to their potential to raise your blood...
Amitriptyline hydrochloride is a prescription medication available as an oral tablet and as an injection. It is indicated for the treatment of depression. According to "2005 Lippincott's Nursing Drug Guide," the drug is prescribed off-label for...
Unlike women, there is no regular screening for breast cancer in men at average risk for breast cancer. Breast cancer in males is in general detected because the patients have some symptoms associated with breast cancer, most notably the presence...
Gastroesophageal reflux disease, or GERD, is a condition where stomach contents "reflux," or back up, into the esophagus, producing uncomfortable symptoms such as heartburn, acid taste in the mouth and chest pain. These symptoms can lead to...
According to the American Society of Clinic Oncology, men claim less than 1 percent of all breast cancer cases. In fact, male breast cancer and female breast cancer are very similar. The cancer can affect the different structures of the breast...
The American Cancer Society estimates a man's lifetime risk of receiving a diagnosis for breast cancer at 1 in 1000. Further estimates include about 2000 men being diagnosed with and about 450 men dying from breast cancer each year. Although rare,...
Stinging nettle has a long history of use in numerous traditional medicine systems, all the way back to the ancient Greeks. Used both topically and internally for conditions ranging from enlarged prostate to joint pain, it comes in many forms,...
Hair loss affects men of all ages, yet it can be especially devastating for those who begin losing their hair during their teenage years. Propecia, the brand name for the drug finasteride, received FDA approval as a treatment for male pattern hair...
Though breast cancer and tumors are principally thought of as affecting women, these conditions can also affect men, although men account for less than 1 percent of breast cancer cases in the United States. Tumors of the breast may be benign,...
The length of the healing period varies for nipple piercing, with a minimum of three months for males and a minimum of six months for females, according to Elayne Angel, the author of "The Piercing Bible: The Definitive Guide to Safe Body...
The male breast is composed of a mixture of tissue types, any of which may give rise to a mass or swelling. Cancerous breast tumors in men are rare, but do occur. Men can also develop benign, or non-cancerous breast disorders, causing breast...
Breast enhancements are performed by surgeons through implants. Although the treatment is more common for women, men are increasingly interested in such body enhancements. A cheaper alternative on the market for male breast enhancement comes in...
The skin on your nipples is very sensitive. Jogger's nipple, which is a common sports injury for runners, is when the nipples get irritated from rubbing against their shirts as they run. This painful condition could lead to soreness, bleeding and...
Going on a diet can affect more than your weight. It can also greatly affect your menstrual cycle and ovulation regularity. The reason is due to the way fat, exercise and diet affect the hormone levels responsible for a normal menstrual cycle....
The cause of enlarged male breasts often helps determine the best course of treatment. If you're taking a medication that's causing an enlargement in the breasts, then your doctor will recommend a new prescription drug. When hormone level tests...
Stand in front of a full-length mirror, look carefully at both breasts and examine your nipples. It's not necessarily abnormal if one nipple looks different from the other, but be alert for changes in the nipple that are possible signs of a...
Male breast cancer can be identified by a small lump under the nipple. Learn about the symptoms and treatment for male breast center in this video.
