Two Women Diseases that Affect men

Men should be aware of the following two diseases and research on the internet to learn more about each. The first is breast cancer. For this, men should do the breast exam just as the women do. Hold the hand up in a right angle (to your side as if signaling a turn when on the bicycle). Start under the armpit and work your way down to and around your nipple to check for small lumps. (Your can find video’s online to demonstrate how to do this; it is the same method used for women.) If a lump is detected, you should see your doctor. If you detect the lump because of pain, you have had it for quite some time and may be in a serious stage. The signs to look for are lumps, discharge from the nipples and/or an inverted nipple. For those of you who do not understand what an inverted nipple is, it is when the nipple begins to look as if it is being sucked inward.
The second disease is Lupus. Don’t assume that since you didn’t have it as a child you will not develop it. If you are born with the gene, it can be triggered at in time in life. Common symptoms of Lupus include hair loss, fatigue, fever, headaches, anemia, swelling in the legs hands and feet, a butterfly shaped rash across the face, painful and/or swollen joints, ulcers in the nose or mouth, etc. A good source of information on the subject can be found at Lupus.org.
Keep fit, stay healthy and when time allows, watch the Dr. Oz show. His advice is good for both men and women. If you can’t watch him on TV, you can follow along online at doctoroz.com.