1. FAQ - 'The Snip' FAQs

   14/04/16

   A vasectomy is surgery so it's a big step. Be sure. The snip? You're not still on about circumcision. No. The snip is a vasectomy — a medical procedure in which the tubes carrying the sperm from the testicles to the seminal vessel are cut and he ... More

2. Miscarriage and men

   01/02/21

   Euan Bruce discusses the impact of a partner's miscarriage on men and the support available. One in 4 women are likely to suffer a miscarriage in their lifetime and for some, it can be a very traumatic experience. It is life changing for women and al ... More

3. Man in a panic: Miscarriage from a Man's point of view

   01/02/21

   Miscarriage is traumatic for men as well as women. Richard Burke talks about his experience. When his girlfriend of eight months had a miscarriage, the last thing Richard Burke wanted was a baby. But for his girlfriend Valerie, it was the moment when she ... More

4. FAQ - Penis Basics FAQs

   20/01/21

   How your tackle works and links to everything you need from erections to vasectomies. The penis, as you have probably discovered, is used for peeing, making babies and generally having fun with. You're very lucky to have one so take care of it. The n ... More

5. Vasectomy: a kick in the balls?

   18/11/16

   Post-vasectomy pain is rarely talked about … In 2009, Kieran Brennan wrote this: It is not like to having an in-growing toenail removed. Expect a fair degree of bruising and discomfort for the first week to ten days. Don't be taken in by the pre-op p ... More

6. How to put on a condom

   04/03/22

   It's easy. There's not much more to using a condom than simply tearing open the packet and sticking it on. However, condoms come in different sizes, shapes, thicknesses, and flavours. Experiment to see which are best for you. If you're havi ... More

7. The Gay Man's Good Sex Guide

   08/09/22

   The ins and outs of safer, greater sex. I’m scared of bottoming Most gay men will consider bottoming at some time. However, the thought of doing it for the first time can be scary. Don’t let that put you off.  You may prefer to douche before bottoming, es ... More

8. Can food improve your sex life?

   21/12/17

   How eating better can improve erections, sperm quality and staying power. Food can improve your sex life? Sounds unlikely. A lot of rubbish is written on this topic but some basic food ingredients may help improve your sexual energy, testosterone levels, ... More

9. Vasectomy Diary: The Scrotum Monologues

   09/11/16

   Kieran Brennan had an NHS vasectomy in Scotland in March 2009. This is his post-vasectomy diary. DAY 1: 'I felt incredibly vulnerable, lying naked from the waist down surrounded by women' The thought of having the procedure concerned me a great ... More

10. FAQ - Klinefelter's Syndrome FAQs

    14/04/16

    Klinefelter's syndrome is a genetic condition that only affects males. KS men tend to have less body hair and more feminine features. What is Klinefelter's Syndrome (KS)? In 1942 Dr Harry Klinefelter and his co-workers published a study about ni ... More

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