Myths vs Facts

SL.No Common myth Medical fact
01 Myth "If it’s not painful, it’s not serious." Fact Many conditions don’t cause pain in the early stages. Changes in urination, sexual health, or fertility often happen without discomfort. Absence of pain doesn’t always mean absence of a problem.
02 Myth "All sexual health problems are psychological." Fact Some are, but many have physical causes like blood flow issues, hormonal changes, or nerve-related factors. Often, it’s a combination of both.
03 Myth "Fertility issues are usually on the female side." Fact Fertility is shared. In many cases, male factors are involved, either alone or along with female factors. That’s why evaluation is done for both partners.
04 Myth "Urinary problems are just part of ageing." Fact Age can influence changes, but persistent symptoms should still be evaluated. Not everything is “normal ageing.”
05 Myth "If I can function sometimes, there’s no issue." Fact Inconsistent symptoms are often the early sign of a problem. Waiting for it to become constant can delay early management.
06 Myth "Treatment always means surgery." Fact Most conditions are managed without procedures. Surgery is considered only when simpler options are not enough.
07 Myth "Low testosterone is only about sexual problems." Fact Testosterone affects energy, mood, muscle strength, and overall well-being, not just sexual function.
08 Myth "If I ignore it, it will settle." Fact Some things do settle. But when symptoms persist or repeat, ignoring them usually delays understanding rather than solving the issue.
09 Myth "You need to know what’s wrong before seeing a doctor." Fact You don’t. That’s the purpose of the consultation. You just need to describe what you’re experiencing.
10 Myth "It’s too early to get checked." Fact Early evaluation is often the simplest step. It either reassures you or helps address the issue before it becomes more complex.