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Vasectomy is a simple and safe surgical procedure that makes a man unable to get a woman pregnant. It is a permanent form of birth control.

A rectal temperature is taken by placing a thermometer in your baby's bottom. This method provides the most accurate reading. Talk with your baby's doctor before taking your baby's temperature this way. It should be done only when advised by your baby's doctor.

Testicular cancer is the most common form of cancer in men ages 15 to 35. The good news is that a monthly self-exam may help find trouble before it gets more serious.

After hip replacement, getting in and out of a car can be difficult. Read this for instructions on how to do it safely.

During total knee replacement surgery, your damaged knee joint is replaced with an artificial joint (called a prosthesis). This surgery almost always reduces joint pain and improves your quality of life. Read on to learn more about the surgery.

Your doctor may use arthroscopy to treat your meniscus tear. Learn more about this procedure.

Laminotomy is a surgery that takes out a small amount of bone from the spine. This takes pressure off nerves in the low back, which eases symptoms.

During a microdiscectomy, some disk is removed. In most cases, bone must first be removed to expose the damaged disk. The part of the disk outer wall and soft center that presses on the nerve can then be removed. There is usually enough disk remaining to cushion the vertebrae.

Cubital tunnel syndrome is a set of symptoms that may occur if the ulnar nerve in your elbow gets pinched. This may happen if you bend or lean on your elbows often.