Urinary Tract Infections in Men

Men can get different kinds of urinary tract infections (UTIs). Knowing which kind of infection you have may help you prevent future UTIs.

Monitoring Kidney Health

Your healthcare provider will check the health of your kidneys. That way, treatment can be adjusted if your condition changes. If you have other health problems that affect your kidneys, such as diabetes or high blood pressure, they will be checked also.

Exercise to Help Your Kidneys

Staying fit with the help of regular exercise is 1 way to keep the kidneys working well. The human body needs regular physical activity to stay healthy. Many diseases, physical limitations, and mental health problems are due to a lack of physical activity.

Kidney Problems

Kidney damage can be temporary or permanent, depending on what caused it. Here are some reasons why kidneys may fail.

Healthy Kidneys

Learn about the kidneys--where they're located, how they filter waste from the blood, and their other roles in keeping the body healthy.

Intimacy and Heart Disease: Communication Tips

To help you listen to each other’s feelings, you might try this “talker and listener” approach. First, one person is the talker and the other is the listener. Then you change roles.

Intimacy and Heart Disease: Your Emotions

If you recently had a heart attack or heart surgery, you may be worried about your love life. This is normal during an illness. But know that you can still enjoy sex. Here is information that can help you understand your feelings. It can also help you work with your partner to rebuild intimacy and enjoy sex again.

Taking Potassium

Potassium supplements help replace potassium your body as lost. This can happen if you take a water pill (diuretic), or because of a medical condition. Read on for tips on how to take potassium, as well as safety advice.

Taking a Beta-Blocker

Beta-blockers decrease your heart's workload and help it beat more regularly. This can reduce chest pain. It may also lower your blood pressure.