Normal erections are linked with pleasure, intimate connection, and overall health. But what if an erection leads to bothersome pain? Painful erections are never “normal,” and in some cases, they’re a sign of a medical emergency. Thankfully, the underlying causes tend to be quite treatable. Dr. Mike Hsieh and Jose Luis Ruiz,...
About 15% of couples are unable to conceive after a year of trying, and about 10% continue to struggle after two years. There are many different pieces to the fertility puzzle and infertility problems stem equally from three different places: One-third from female reproductive issues One-third from male reproductive issues...
The male sex drive is infamous. Unfortunately, all the attention men get about their libido may prevent them from seeking help when they need it. Almost every man experiences some kind of sexual problem during his lifetime, but many may have a hard time discussing these problems with their doctor....
Blood in your urine is never normal, but that doesn’t mean it’s always serious. Whether you see it just once or it appears regularly, bloody urine indicates something going on in your body, and you need to get it checked out. Mike Hseih, MD, specializes in men’s health and offers...
Up to 30 million men in the United States deal with erectile dysfunction (ED), or the inability to get or maintain an erection firm enough for satisfactory intercourse. As one of the most common sexual health problems among men of all ages, ED can leave you with an unfulfilled sex...
They say 40 is the new 30. You might feel like you still have your whole life ahead of you, but there’s no denying it: as you get older, your health needs change. Your body has been through a lot over the years, and some of those changes increase your...
Many people spend a lot of time trying to avoid having a baby. So what happens when you’re ready to conceive, but pregnancy doesn’t occur? In most cases, this is the first sign of infertility. Estimates show that 1 in 7 couples struggle with fertility problems, meaning they haven’t conceived a child...
If you’ve had a vasectomy, you may know that it’s one of the most effective ways to prevent an undesired pregnancy. But what if you no longer wish to prevent one? From relationship changes to loss of a child, numerous reasons may lead to the desire for vasectomy reversal. And...
Your prostate is a walnut-sized gland that sits between your bladder and penis. When it’s healthy, the gland does a great job of providing nutrients to seminal fluid — which emerges with sperm during ejaculation. Most people with a prostate gland experience enlargement with age, and it’s generally not an...
Painful urination, overactive bladder, and blood in the urine are all common men’s health issues that need diagnosis and treatment. A common way to investigate issues with the bladder and urethra is via cystoscopy. Urologist and men’s health specialist Mike Hsieh, MD, regularly uses a cystoscope to investigate bladder symptoms...
If you’re sexually active but do not wish to get your partner pregnant, vasectomies are one of the most effective birth control options. In fact, vasectomies are 99% effective in preventing unwanted pregnancies - although not right away. Board-certified urologist Mike Hsieh, MD, and his team offer vasectomies to help men prevent unwanted pregnancies and perform a...
More than two years after the COVID-19 pandemic hit, medical experts are still discovering the infection’s long-term effects on our health. For men, this includes erectile dysfunction (ED), as men with COVID-19 have been found to be three times more likely to be diagnosed with ED. As men’s health experts, Mike Hsieh, MD, and our...
Weight has been a problem in the United States for some time. More than 2 out of 5 Americans over the age of 20 are classed as obese. At the same time, 52% of American men report one or more incidences of erectile dysfunction (ED). Statistically, there’s plenty of overlap, and it’s not likely...
Cure rates for prostate cancer are high with early detection and treatment. Individual results vary, but the American Cancer Society reports a 10-year survival rate of 98% for prostate cancer that hasn’t spread (metastasized). Unfortunately, erectile dysfunction (ED) is a frequent side effect of many prostate cancer treatments. ED may...
Peyronie’s disease can result in bent erections that may make your sex life embarrassing to discuss and painful to experience for you and your partner. Changes in the penis that Peyronie’s causes may also lead to erectile dysfunction (ED) and a loss of sexual desire. Board-certified urologist and men’s health specialist Dr....
Beer gut, middle-aged spread, dad bod — whatever term you use, you’re noticing far more fat accumulation in your body these days, and you want to know why. If you want to point the finger squarely at low testosterone, there’s some evidence that the two are related, but the relationship...
When you can’t achieve or maintain an erection that’s sufficient to enjoy sexual activity, you have erectile dysfunction (ED). Most men experience ED from time to time, affecting about one-quarter of men under 40, with this rate climbing as you get older. In some cases, the urge to have sex,...
If you have had a vasectomy and now wish to reverse it to allow for a pregnancy, you’re not alone. Some 6-10% of people who undergo a vasectomy end up changing their minds at some point. Luckily, the vasectomy reversal procedure is only minimally invasive and holds a high success...
If you have difficulty urinating, you’re not alone. It’s a common problem that can develop from several conditions for both men and women. Dr. Mike Hsieh and Jose Luis Ruiz, PA have the expertise and experience to treat your urinary incontinence or urinary retention. If you’re a male, benign prostatic...
Your sex life is critical to your overall wellness, so if you’re encountering issues, it’s important to identify and treat them. While erectile dysfunction is one of the primary sexual dysfunctions, certain ejaculation disorders can also be problematic. As men’s health experts, Dr. Mike Hsieh and Jose Luis Ruiz, PA,...
Peyronie’s disease affects more men than those who’ve been officially diagnosed. Even though only about 1% of men over the age of 18 are diagnosed with Peyronie’s disease, another roughly 9% have the symptoms associated with the condition. Expert urologist and men’s health specialist Mike Hsieh, MD, diagnoses and treats...
A vasectomy is a potentially life-changing surgery and not an easy decision to make, whether your family is complete or you’re 100% sure fatherhood isn’t part of your future. Though you may find the idea of snipping your manhood terrifying, the vasectomy itself is a relatively painless and quick procedure....
In the flush of youth, you could barely go a second without thinking about sex. Now, sometimes it’s hours. Or days. Or even years. Low libido is not an inevitable consequence of aging. Nor is it the inevitable consequence of a long-term relationship. Most of all, it’s nothing that you...
As the saying goes, the only thing you can count on is that things change. Whether you thought you were finished having children or you were sure you didn’t want to have children when you got your vasectomy, you likely didn’t have any doubt about your decision. But maybe now...
If you struggle to get and keep an erection, this can impact more than just your sex life. It can do a number on your confidence and self-esteem as well. Difficulty maintaining an erection can occur for a variety of reasons, and you don’t necessarily have to be old for...
Living with diabetes comes with numerous challenges, including the increased risk for erectile dysfunction (ED). Unfortunately, experiencing problems getting or maintaining a satisfying erection can cause even more issues, including frustration and embarrassment, which can worsen ED symptoms. As a board-certified urologist and men’s health specialist, Mike Hsieh, MD, understands...
One out of two men in their 50s have an enlarged prostate. For men over 80 years of age, this issue affects nearly 90% of the United States population. While an enlarged prostate gland typically doesn’t present any serious medical concerns, the side effects of this common problem can lead...
By some estimates, one in every eight American couples has trouble getting pregnant despite a year of trying. When this happens, doctors typically recommend evaluating for infertility. Up to 50% of problems getting pregnant are due to male infertility. While the causes of infertility are often complex, many cases of...
When you hear the words, sexual dysfunction, you may automatically assume we’re referring to erectile dysfunction (ED), but that aspect is only part of the picture. As men’s health experts, board-certified urologist Dr. Mike Hsieh and our team understand the complex nature of sexual dysfunction and the wide net it...
Were you content looking forward to a child-free life, but then you weren’t? Perhaps your children are almost grown. You didn’t anticipate becoming a parent all over again, but you’ve met someone and want to have a child with your new partner. Your life circumstance has changed, and you want...
Fertility problems occur among 10-15% of couples, and in one-third of these cases, male infertility is the culprit. There are many possible causes of male infertility, so a thorough evaluation is critical to getting you on the road to building the family of your dreams. At our practice, board-certified urologist...
Do you find yourself suddenly heating up for no reason, leaving you blanketed in sweat? Or perhaps you wake at night, drenched and cold. Welcome to the world of hot flashes, which is by no means solely a woman’s world. At our practice, Dr. Mike Hsieh and our team understand...
If you ask men to rate the things they don’t want to talk about — even with their doctor — problems with their penis would be one of the top issues. Even when they have Peyronie’s disease and suffer with pain, difficulty having sex, and the embarrassment of a curved...
Did you know that a vasectomy is more effective than a woman’s tubal ligation? One out of 100 women get pregnant after they have a tubal ligation, while one out of 1,000 become pregnant after their partner has a vasectomy. Though men know a vasectomy is an effective and safe...
When you receive a cancer diagnosis, the first thing you may wonder is how quickly you can get it surgically removed. Prostate cancer is unique in that treatment is not always required and monitoring it closely is sometimes the best course of action. Here at the office of Mike Hsieh,...
When you want to start a family, having trouble conceiving can be devastating. For couples where the partners are younger than 35, infertility is diagnosed after a year of continually trying to conceive. If couple is 35 or older, an infertility workup is recommended after six months of trying. An...
Roughly 1 in 10 Americans develop a kidney stone in their lifetime, and for many people it isn’t a one-time occurrence. These hard deposits can cause excruciating pain as they travel through the urinary system and out of the body. What’s important after you have a kidney stone is preventing...
Sure, it’s hard to talk about erectile dysfunction (ED). But talk you must, because ED not only messes with your sex life, it could also be symptomatic of other underlying medical conditions. Dr. Mike Hsieh has heard it all, and he wants to help you deal with ED. Here’s how...
Viagra® gained attention immediately in 1998 when it first hit United States markets. In 2018 alone, Viagra sales generated approximately $640 million in revenue. But as the first oral treatment for erectile dysfunction, its popularity also came with widespread myths and misinformation. As a board-certified urologist and male fertility specialist,...
A urologist who specializes in men’s health has a diverse set of skills. They’re trained and experienced in treating an enlarged prostate to problems with erectile dysfunction to fertility concerns, and much more. Dr. Mike Hsieh is a board-certified urologist who specializes in men’s health. His thriving, top-rated practice is...
Sexual Function Rehabilitation Revolutionary Breakthroughs in Men's Health. With T. Mike Hsieh, M.D. UCSD Men's Health Center
Guys, Are you tired of listening to your wives go on and on about how they are tired of being on birth control since they were 16? Yikes, so it is time to man up and step up to the plate. Vasectomy isn’t a bad word, it isn’t the end...
Are you feeling exhausted, irritable, and a little heavier than you like? Are you asking yourself “Just a few years ago I was feeling fit and looking good… What Happened?” If this sounds like you then you might have low testosterone (low T). This is a normal part of aging,...
ED can be a signal of other circulation problem in a man’s body (cardiovascular health) Over the counter sexual enhancing supplements doesn’t replace evaluation by health care professional (often time contain ingredients that can be harmful to the body). Over the counter ≠ safe Viagra or similar medication is now...
T. Mike Hsieh, MD Director of Male Fertility and Men’s Health at the department of Urology, UC San Diego Couples are delaying childbirth, why should men worry about their biological clock? More educated couple, more likely to delay childbirth Not a new concept for men’s health specialists Reproduction isn’t immune...