According to WHO, non-communicable diseases and injuries account for 86% of all male deaths.
Have you ever wondered what the top 5 men’s health issues are?
Well, we’re going to share that with you today.
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Heart disease
Heart disease is a leading cause of death in the United States, but it’s also preventable. Heart disease can be caused by several factors including high blood pressure, high cholesterol levels, and smoking—all of which are controllable.
You might think you don’t have any heart disease risk factors since you’re young and healthy, but there are things you can do to lower your chances of developing this condition later in life. For example:
- Eat healthy. Not only does eating well reduce your risk for other diseases like cancer and diabetes, but it also helps keep your heart healthy by lowering cholesterol levels and keeping blood sugar at an even level (which reduces stress on the cardiovascular system).
- Get moving! Physical activity improves circulation throughout the body, which helps reduce plaque buildup inside our arteries. Exercising regularly will also help lower blood pressure naturally without using drugs or surgery as options for treatment–saving money while improving overall health simultaneously!
2. Prostate
When it comes to men’s health issues, there’s one topic that gets a lot of attention: prostate cancer. The prostate is a gland in the male reproductive system and produces fluids that nourish and protect sperm cells during ejaculation.
Prostate cancer is the most common type of cancer in men, according to the American Cancer Society (ACS). It occurs when abnormal cells grow in your prostate gland. Symptoms vary depending on where the tumor is located and its size. If you’re experiencing any signs or symptoms — especially if they persist — see your doctor immediately for an evaluation.
Treatment options may include surgery, radiation therapy, hormone therapy, or chemotherapy as well as other treatments for advanced disease stages
3. Erectile dysfunction
Erectile dysfunction is a common condition in men. It affects 1 in 10 men of all ages, but it’s most common among older men.
Men who have erectile dysfunction may:
- Have trouble getting or keeping an erection when they are sexually excited
- Not be able to have an orgasm during sex or feel pleasure from ejaculation (orgasm)
Erectile dysfunction can happen at any age and when it does, it often causes the man to feel frustrated and embarrassed about the problem. It can take time for a man to talk about his erectile problems with his doctor because of embarrassment or shame.
4. Depression
Depression is a serious issue that can cause significant problems in your life. Depression is not just sadness, it’s a medical condition with physical and mental symptoms. Depression can go undiagnosed for years because men are less likely than women to seek help for depression. Men don’t talk about their feelings as much as women, even if they have a problem or illness.
Depression affects all races and cultures equally, but more men from lower-income backgrounds suffer from it than others. Men are also more likely to abuse alcohol when they’re depressed and take drugs like cocaine or methamphetamine (crystal meth). This can lead to serious health problems including heart disease, stroke, cancer, and suicide attempts.
You may feel like nothing will ever get better or think about hurting yourself or someone else because you feel hopeless. If you’re feeling down with little interest in doing things that used to make you happy, you must see your doctor right away[5][6].
5. Diabetes
Diabetes is a disease that affects the body’s ability to process blood glucose, otherwise known as blood sugar. Diabetes can be caused by a lack of insulin production in the pancreas, or when your body has a problem using the insulin it produces. This can lead to elevated levels of blood sugar and other complications such as nerve damage and cardiovascular disease.
There are two types of diabetes: Type 1 (formerly called juvenile-onset diabetes) accounts for 5% – 10% of all people with diabetes; it typically appears during childhood or adolescence and is not linked to obesity or diet choices. Type 2 accounts for 90% – 95% of all people with diabetes; it usually occurs in adults but can develop earlier if you’re overweight or have genetically high-risk factors for developing type 2 diabetes like being African American, Hispanic/Latino American Indian/Alaska Natives Asians Pacific Islanders Hawaiians Native Americans
Men are less likely to seek medical help than women
Men are less likely to seek medical help than women. This can be due to a variety of reasons, including:
- They may feel that seeking medical assistance is a sign of weakness.
- They may not want others to know they’re in pain or experiencing symptoms.
- They may worry about the cost of treatment (note: some health insurance plans cover men’s health care).
While these factors are valid and understandable, men need to understand that without proper medical care and attention, their symptoms could worsen over time – and even lead to serious health problems down the line. If you’re having any unusual symptoms that last longer than two weeks or don’t seem like they should be bothering you this long (i.e., pain in your chest), go see your doctor right away.
Men should see a doctor regularly to get a checkup
There are a lot of men’s health issues that can be managed, or even prevented, by regular visits to the doctor. These visits allow your doctor to get an accurate picture of your overall health by checking for signs of disease and making sure you’re up to date on vaccinations.
A checkup can also help identify some men’s health issues before they become serious enough to need treatment. For example, if you have diabetes and don’t see the doctor regularly, it could lead to complications such as blindness or kidney failure.
It’s important not to ignore any symptoms that may mean something is wrong with your body – for example sudden weight loss or gain; changes in bowel movements; unusual bleeding from the rectum; difficulty breathing; chest pain or pressure; dizziness when standing up suddenly (orthostatic hypotension); sudden onset of weakness in a limb (possible stroke); chills accompanied by fever and sweating (infection). If you experience any of these symptoms make an appointment with your health care provider immediately.