Men's Health Issues

Screening for testicular and prostate cancer should be undertaken after your transplant.  Early detection is vital in the treatment of these cancers.  Your GP can perform a regular testicular and prostate examination, and men over the age of 50 years (or 40 years for those with a family history of prostate cancer) should have a prostate specific antigen (PSA) blood test every two years.

Also, young males need to know the importance of storing sperm should complications occur.  For both male and female patients who have ureteric stenting, you will require a cystoscopy (look into your bladder) at the time of stent removal.

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Studies show that men are less likely than women to worry about their health, yet men are at higher risk of a number of lifestyle-related diseases.  They are also more likely to:
*  have high cholesterol
*  have high blood pressure
*  be overweight

It's important to know that mem and womwn have different nutrition needs. A healthy diet and lifestyle can be the major factor in precenting serious disorders and diseases.

1. Make time for breakfast because it is the most important meal of the day.  It gives your stomach and metabolic system a kick-start.

2. Seafood is high in protein and zinc.  Zinc is important for immune function ane prostate health.  Oily fish (e.g. salmon and tune) are full of omega-3 fatty acids hich help reduced prostate cancer risk and improve your heart.

3. Eating more vegetables can help reduce the risk of prostate cancer - the third most common cause of death of men in Australia.  Aim for at least five serves of vegies per day with a cvariety of different coulour.

4. Lycopene, the antioxidant plentiful in tomatoes, watermelon and strawberries, is especially good in the prevention of prostate cancer.  even better doses are found in cooked tomatoes, such as pasta sauce.

5. All fruits contain fibre which is protective against bowel cnacer.  Leavinfg the skin on increases the amount of fibre.  Aim for two serves of fruit per day.

6. Oates are a faboulous food.  They are full of firbe to help lower cholesterol, B vitamins to lower stress, and zinc to maintain prostate health.

7. Drinking 1 to 2 standard driks (120ml) of red wine occasionally can lower the risk of heart disease due to antiodidents in the wine.  Beer, spirits, white and sparkling wine do not contain antioxidents, and should be limited.

8. Raw nuts are a great cource of vitamin E which helps maintain heart health.  Raw nuts can also help lower cholesterol and control blood pressure.

9. Studies indicate that garlic can help lower blood cholesterol levels in men.  Garlic is also known for being an aphrodisiac.

10. it is estimated that as many as three of every four Australians are dehydrated!  Drink before you feel thirsty, as thirst is one of the first signs of dehydration.