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Association of the Ratio of Second to Fourth Digit Length and Phthalate Exposure With Sexual Function in Japanese Men Seeking Fertility Treatment. 在寻求生育治疗的日本男性中，第二到第四手指长度的比例和邻苯二甲酸盐暴露与性功能的关系。

IF 2.1 4区医学

American Journal of Men's Health Pub Date : 2025-05-01 Epub Date: 2025-07-01 DOI: 10.1177/15579883251352972

Kazumitsu Yamasaki, Masahiro Uchida, Yuki Mizuno, Teruaki Iwamoto, Shoko Konishi

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IF 2.1 4区医学

American Journal of Men's Health Pub Date : 2025-05-01 Epub Date: 2025-05-15 DOI: 10.1177/15579883251333619

Louis Fox, Charlotte Moss, Tobias Gregor Hauser, Isolt Reardon, Netty Kinsella, Walter Cazzaniga, Mieke Van Hemelrijck, David Nicol

{"title":"Health-Related Quality of Life Following Treatment for Testicular Cancer: A Qualitative Systematic Review.","authors":"Louis Fox, Charlotte Moss, Tobias Gregor Hauser, Isolt Reardon, Netty Kinsella, Walter Cazzaniga, Mieke Van Hemelrijck, David Nicol","doi":"10.1177/15579883251333619","DOIUrl":"10.1177/15579883251333619","url":null,"abstract":"Testicular cancer (TCa) can precipitate ongoing psychosocial/physical morbidity post-treatment, despite high rates of cure. We conducted a systematic review to synthesise three decades of primary qualitative research on health-related quality of life (HRQoL) to inform the design of supportive care pathways. We queried MEDLINE/PubMed, PsycINFO, CINAHL, and Web of Science for all qualitative studies published up to 26 October 2022 examining issues relevant to HRQoL in post-treatment TCa patients. Two independent reviewers appraised included studies for methodological quality using established guidance for evidence-based public health policy and analysed findings via thematic synthesis. Studies were analytically weighted by study quality. Studies were evaluated using GRADE-CERQual to produce confidence levels in findings. We included 18 studies, comprising 387 participants. Seven studies were graded high quality, eight medium quality, and three low quality. Emergent analytical themes were: (a) Residual psychological injury; (b) Information deficits and unnecessary anxiety; (c) Thwarted life trajectory; (d) Social disruption; (e) Undermined youth; (f) Health service abandonment; (g) Long-term sexual problems; and (h) Maladaptive coping and post-traumatic stress. All findings were deemed 'high confidence', except theme (g), which was of 'moderate confidence'. A limitation of the review was the relative dominance of Anglophone countries in the included studies. Some men treated for TCa are at risk of a range of post-treatment HRQoL issues, particularly psychosocial issues. Some individuals may be more at risk than others, based on specific personality traits, access to accurate and complete information about treatment recovery, and individual coping responses.","PeriodicalId":7429,"journal":{"name":"American Journal of Men's Health","volume":"19 3","pages":"15579883251333619"},"PeriodicalIF":2.1,"publicationDate":"2025-05-01","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC12081962/pdf/","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"144075358","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":4,"RegionCategory":"医学","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"OA","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}

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Prostate Cancer Screening Decisions: Which Aspects Do Men Value Most? An Interview Study With Men Invited to a Population-Based Program. 前列腺癌筛查决策：男性最看重哪些方面？一项对被邀请参加以人口为基础的项目的男性的访谈研究。

IF 2.1 4区医学

American Journal of Men's Health Pub Date : 2025-05-01 Epub Date: 2025-06-23 DOI: 10.1177/15579883251344563

Linda Svensson, Ola Bratt, Jonas Hugosson, Karin Stinesen

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A "Fertility Awareness" Survey on Social Media: Men Can Do Better. 社交媒体上的“生育意识”调查：男性可以做得更好。

IF 2.1 4区医学

American Journal of Men's Health Pub Date : 2025-05-01 Epub Date: 2025-06-03 DOI: 10.1177/15579883251325513

Hubert Bettinger, Marie Carbonnel, Alexandre Vallée, Catherine Racowsky, Henri-Corto Stoekle, Jean-Marc Ayoubi

{"title":"A \"Fertility Awareness\" Survey on Social Media: Men Can Do Better.","authors":"Hubert Bettinger, Marie Carbonnel, Alexandre Vallée, Catherine Racowsky, Henri-Corto Stoekle, Jean-Marc Ayoubi","doi":"10.1177/15579883251325513","DOIUrl":"10.1177/15579883251325513","url":null,"abstract":"Infertility affects 17% of the global population, yet fertility awareness remains low, particularly among younger individuals and men. This study assessed fertility awareness and attitudes toward infertility prevention among French adults of childbearing age, focusing on gender differences. Conducted via social media from March to May 2023, the survey included 322 participants aged 18-43 who had not consulted assisted reproduction centers. Most respondents were women (84%), under 33 (59%), from high socio-professional backgrounds (58%), in relationships (78%), and childless (59%). Significant gender differences emerged regarding desired ages for having a first (women: 30.7 ± 3.5 years vs. men: 32.8 ± 3.8 years; p = .06) and last child (women: 36.7 ± 3.6 years vs. men: 39.8 ± 4.5 years; p = .001). Only 55.8% of men correctly identified the female fertility window, compared to 64.1% of women (p = .023). Men also showed lower awareness of the timing of female fertility decline (p = .043) and underestimated the prevalence of assisted reproductive technologies among heterosexual couples (p = .001). In addition, men were less likely to discuss fertility with their doctor (15.4% vs. 35.9%; p = .004) or express interest in infertility prevention consultations (53.9% vs. 60.8%; p = .048). These findings suggest a gender gap in fertility awareness, with men generally less informed and engaged in reproductive health discussions. While the small sample size limits generalizability, the results underscore the need for targeted educational efforts to improve fertility knowledge and encourage proactive reproductive health behaviors across genders.","PeriodicalId":7429,"journal":{"name":"American Journal of Men's Health","volume":"19 3","pages":"15579883251325513"},"PeriodicalIF":2.1,"publicationDate":"2025-05-01","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC12134495/pdf/","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"144207376","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":4,"RegionCategory":"医学","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"OA","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}

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Bronchoconstriction Induced by Spirometric Maneuvers in a Male Patient: A Case Report. 肺活量计术致男性患者支气管收缩1例报告。

IF 2.1 4区医学

American Journal of Men's Health Pub Date : 2025-05-01 Epub Date: 2025-05-24 DOI: 10.1177/15579883251339559

Asma Knaz, Mariem Abdesalem, Baraa Ben Bdira, Asma Omrane, Ahmed Abdelghani, Helmi Ben Saad

{"title":"Bronchoconstriction Induced by Spirometric Maneuvers in a Male Patient: A Case Report.","authors":"Asma Knaz, Mariem Abdesalem, Baraa Ben Bdira, Asma Omrane, Ahmed Abdelghani, Helmi Ben Saad","doi":"10.1177/15579883251339559","DOIUrl":"10.1177/15579883251339559","url":null,"abstract":"Spirometry-induced bronchoconstriction (SIB) refers to the paradoxical narrowing of the airways triggered by deep inhalation (DI) during spirometry testing. This response is atypical but can occur in subjects with heightened airway sensitivity, such as those with asthma. The present case report described a male patient who developed SBI in response to DI during spirometric maneuvers. A 34-year-old male patient with personal (i.e., rhinitis) and family allergy consulted our pulmonary department for recurrent wheezing dyspnea associated with exertional dyspnea level 2 according to the modified Medical Research Council dyspnea scale. Asthma diagnosis was suspected and a spirometry test was required. During five consecutive spirometric efforts, the patient developed a SIB with forced expiratory volume in one second (FEV1) decreases (in mL and % of initial value [%Initial]) of 50 mL (1%Initial), 270 mL (8%Initial), 480 mL (14%Initial), and 600 mL (18%Initial), respectively. Following the spirometry tests, the patient presented symptoms such as wheezing, shortness of breath, and chest tightness. The bronchodilator test (i.e., 400 µg of short-acting bronchodilator) was clinically significant with an increase of FEV1 by 1,260 mL (40%Predicted) (FEV1 passed from 2.80 L [65%Predicted] to 4.06 L [95%Predicted]). An alleviation of symptoms was noted, which supports the diagnosis of SIB. Clinicians should exercise caution when asking asthmatic patients to repeatedly perform DI for spirometry testing.","PeriodicalId":7429,"journal":{"name":"American Journal of Men's Health","volume":"19 3","pages":"15579883251339559"},"PeriodicalIF":2.1,"publicationDate":"2025-05-01","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC12103678/pdf/","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"144141277","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":4,"RegionCategory":"医学","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"OA","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}

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Men's Mental Health Matters: The Impact of Traditional Masculinity Norms on Men's Willingness to Seek Mental Health Support; a Systematic Review of Literature. 男性心理健康问题：传统男子气概规范对男性心理健康支持意愿的影响文献系统综述

IF 2.4 4区医学

American Journal of Men's Health Pub Date : 2025-05-01 Epub Date: 2025-05-27 DOI: 10.1177/15579883251321670

Leshata Winter Mokhwelepa, Gsakani Olivia Sumbane

{"title":"Men's Mental Health Matters: The Impact of Traditional Masculinity Norms on Men's Willingness to Seek Mental Health Support; a Systematic Review of Literature.","authors":"Leshata Winter Mokhwelepa, Gsakani Olivia Sumbane","doi":"10.1177/15579883251321670","DOIUrl":"10.1177/15579883251321670","url":null,"abstract":"Men's mental health is a focus area for improving population health worldwide. Traditional masculine norms among men have been reported to make them more susceptible to mental health issues. This study aims to review existing literature on how traditional masculinity norms influence men's willingness to seek mental health support. This review followed stages of systematic review. The review search was initiated in February 2024. The search process was conducted on electronic databases such as PubMed, PsycINFO, Science Direct, and Google Scholar to identify relevant studies published in English between 2000 and 2024. The search terms included \"traditional masculinity norms,\" \"men's mental health,\" \"help-seeking behavior,\" and \"barriers to mental health care.\" Studies were selected based on their relevance to the topic. The inclusion criteria were studies focusing on adult men and examining the relationship between traditional masculinity norms and mental health help-seeking behaviors. Exclusion criteria included studies focusing on children, adolescents, or women and nonempirical articles. Data extraction covered study details, design, population characteristics, and key findings. This study included 47 relevant studies. Two key themes emerged, namely: masculinity and mental health (impact on mental health); and barriers to seeking help. Traditional masculinity norms significantly deter men from seeking mental health support, highlighting the need for culturally sensitive interventions that address these barriers.","PeriodicalId":7429,"journal":{"name":"American Journal of Men's Health","volume":"19 3","pages":"15579883251321670"},"PeriodicalIF":2.4,"publicationDate":"2025-05-01","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC12117241/pdf/","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"144148816","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":4,"RegionCategory":"医学","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"OA","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}

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Exploring the Vision of an Equitable Prostate Cancer Care Delivery System: Perspectives of Black Men in Charleston, South Carolina. 探索一个公平的前列腺癌护理提供系统的愿景：黑人在查尔斯顿，南卡罗来纳州的观点。

IF 2.1 4区医学

American Journal of Men's Health Pub Date : 2025-05-01 Epub Date: 2025-06-26 DOI: 10.1177/15579883251336798

Sherrie Flynt Wallington, Kris Bennett, Marvella E Ford, Lee Moultrie, Melanie Slan, Reginald D Tucker-Seeley

{"title":"Exploring the Vision of an Equitable Prostate Cancer Care Delivery System: Perspectives of Black Men in Charleston, South Carolina.","authors":"Sherrie Flynt Wallington, Kris Bennett, Marvella E Ford, Lee Moultrie, Melanie Slan, Reginald D Tucker-Seeley","doi":"10.1177/15579883251336798","DOIUrl":"10.1177/15579883251336798","url":null,"abstract":"Prostate cancer presents a pressing public health challenge in the United States and disproportionately affects Black men. Despite efforts to address these disparities, equitable access to timely diagnosis and optimal treatment remains elusive for many Black men. Using focus group discussions, the researchers aimed to understand what constitutes equitable cancer care and identify tools needed by Black men for equitable navigation of prostate cancer care. Through a community-engaged qualitative design, 29 Black males aged 40 to 75 participated in virtual and in-person focus groups in August 2023. Data analysis employed NVivo qualitative software and an inductive thematic approach. Three overarching themes emerged: general prostate knowledge, barriers and experiences, and preferred communication channels. Participants discussed their understanding of prostate cancer, barriers to screening, experiences with healthcare delivery, and trusted information sources. Findings revealed nuanced differences between groups but emphasized the importance of clear communication, respect, and community support in cancer care. The researchers' future recommendations include developing educational programs, addressing systemic barriers, providing early education on prostate cancer risk, implementing training for providers, creating support groups, and revisiting national guidelines for Black men. The study provides valuable insights into the experiences and needs of Black men when accessing equitable prostate cancer care that are essential for addressing disparities in cancer outcomes.","PeriodicalId":7429,"journal":{"name":"American Journal of Men's Health","volume":"19 3","pages":"15579883251336798"},"PeriodicalIF":2.1,"publicationDate":"2025-05-01","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC12202960/pdf/","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"144504460","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":4,"RegionCategory":"医学","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"OA","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}

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Violent Firearm Injury and Homelessness: Examining the Experiences of Black Men Participating in Hospital-Based Violence Intervention Programs. 暴力枪支伤害和无家可归：检查黑人男性参与医院暴力干预计划的经验。

IF 2.1 4区医学

American Journal of Men's Health Pub Date : 2025-05-01 Epub Date: 2025-06-23 DOI: 10.1177/15579883251343966

William Wical, Lea Marineau, Nazsa Baker, Bethany Strong, Nakita Lovelady, Joseph B Richardson

{"title":"Violent Firearm Injury and Homelessness: Examining the Experiences of Black Men Participating in Hospital-Based Violence Intervention Programs.","authors":"William Wical, Lea Marineau, Nazsa Baker, Bethany Strong, Nakita Lovelady, Joseph B Richardson","doi":"10.1177/15579883251343966","DOIUrl":"10.1177/15579883251343966","url":null,"abstract":"Both experiencing homelessness and having survived a violent firearm injury are well-known risk factors for being a victim of violence. Despite there being significant racial disparities in these factors, there is no qualitative research examining the experiences of Black men who survive a gunshot wound and were homeless after their injury. Drawing on over a year of ethnographic research at the two busiest hospital-based violence intervention programs in the state of Maryland, this research centers the experiences of violently injured homeless Black men to understand how to best support their health, healing, and social goals. Emergent themes from the research included the significant need for housing after injury, challenges with healing while homeless, and difficult experiences with housing institutions. The findings suggest that additional supportive care services for Black men who survive gunshot wounds are needed to increase access to safe and stable housing.","PeriodicalId":7429,"journal":{"name":"American Journal of Men's Health","volume":"19 3","pages":"15579883251343966"},"PeriodicalIF":2.1,"publicationDate":"2025-05-01","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC12185952/pdf/","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"144473750","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":4,"RegionCategory":"医学","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"OA","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}

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Addressing Mental Health Stigma and the Challenges Faced by Sexual Minority Men: Insights from the Philippines. 解决性少数群体男性面临的心理健康耻辱和挑战：来自菲律宾的见解。

IF 2.1 4区医学

American Journal of Men's Health Pub Date : 2025-05-01 Epub Date: 2025-05-13 DOI: 10.1177/15579883251338694

Rowalt Alibudbud

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Understanding Drivers of Prostate Cancer Screening in Mexican-Origin Men Along the U.S./Mexico Border Region. 了解美国/墨西哥边境地区墨西哥裔男性前列腺癌筛查的驱动因素

IF 2.1 4区医学

American Journal of Men's Health Pub Date : 2025-05-01 Epub Date: 2025-06-23 DOI: 10.1177/15579883251343956

Adriana Maldonado, Julio C Loya, Edgar A Villavicencio, Rogelio Torres, Edward Sanchez, Erik Luzanilla, Tomas Garcia, Luis Vazquez, Richard M Hoffman, Emma Torres, David O Garcia

{"title":"Understanding Drivers of Prostate Cancer Screening in Mexican-Origin Men Along the U.S./Mexico Border Region.","authors":"Adriana Maldonado, Julio C Loya, Edgar A Villavicencio, Rogelio Torres, Edward Sanchez, Erik Luzanilla, Tomas Garcia, Luis Vazquez, Richard M Hoffman, Emma Torres, David O Garcia","doi":"10.1177/15579883251343956","DOIUrl":"10.1177/15579883251343956","url":null,"abstract":"The U.S. Preventive Services Task Force recommends individualized decision making about prostate cancer screening for men between 55 and 69 years of age. Compared to non-Hispanic Whites, Hispanic men are less likely to report having had a prostate-specific antigen test. While these differences have been attributed to individual- and system-level barriers in early detection and screening of prostate cancer (PCa), less is known about Mexican-origin men perceptions of barriers to PCa screening. Using a community-based participatory research approach, we conducted semistructured interviews (5 men with PCa history; 15 men without PCa history) to characterize Mexican-origin men's knowledge, beliefs, attitudes, and experiences with PCa screening in Yuma County, Arizona. Mexican-origin men viewed genetic predisposition as the main driver of PCa, yet participants highly endorsed PCa screening as reflected by the high rates of PCa screening in our study sample. Further, men spoke to how PCa is a taboo subject among Mexican-origin men and how getting screened for it is often perceived as a threat to their manhood. Finally, Mexican-origin men identified a variety of system-level barriers to PCa screening including lack of health insurance, elevated medical costs, and lack of transportation. The study findings add to an emerging body of literature on determinants of PCa screening among Mexican-origin men. The results of this study have significant implications for public health as they underscore the need for multifaceted interventions that target both individual behaviors and broader social influences to increase PCa screening rates among Mexican-origin men.","PeriodicalId":7429,"journal":{"name":"American Journal of Men's Health","volume":"19 3","pages":"15579883251343956"},"PeriodicalIF":2.1,"publicationDate":"2025-05-01","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC12185942/pdf/","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"144473749","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":4,"RegionCategory":"医学","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"OA","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}

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