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Your Beard Isn’t Breaking Out—Your Clippers Are Dirty

on April 17, 2026

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A new cream to regrow hair? Prevent Male Pattern Baldness?

on January 06, 2026

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The Health Benefits of Masturbation (and Edging): More Than Just Fun

on January 02, 2026

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TRT, Shrinkage & Saving the Boys: A Friendly Guide to Testosterone, hCG, and Testicular Health

on November 12, 2025

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💪🌈 The Rise of the Himbos

on October 21, 2025

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🍵 Tea Rooms: The Secret History of a Vanishing Gay Subculture (and Why Good Sexual Health Still Matters)

on October 20, 2025

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Empowering Gay & Bi Men to Take Charge of Their Health

on October 20, 2025

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Get to the Bottom of It: Why Anal Pap Smears Matter for MSM

on October 17, 2025

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🌈 It’s Here! “Your Health, Your Power” Is Finally Launching!

on October 14, 2025

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Anal Douching: Because Your Butt Deserves the VIP Treatment

Let’s be real—if you’re going to clean out, you might as well do it in a way that’s gentle, predictable, and won’t have you stuck in the bathroom wondering if tonight’s plans are ruined. Here at Tom of P-Town Health, our gold standard for a safe, reliable, and affordable clean-out is simple: Mix it right with a NeilMed® Sinus Rinse bottle, NeilMed® saline packets, RO (reverse osmosis) or sterile water warmed to body temp, and deliver it with a reusable bulb syringe. Fleet® enemas and tap water? Sure, they work —but you’ll be amazed how much faster this method runs clear, how much less you bloat, and how drama-free your night becomes. Why We Love This Method NeilMed packets give you an isotonic solution—fancy talk for “your butt won’t sting or cramp.” RO or sterile water means no bacteria, chlorine, or random minerals—just clean, pure liquid. Body-temp rinse feels natural and reduces “cold shock.” Bulb syringe delivery is gentle, precise, and eas...

Watersports – What You Need to Know From a Health Perspective

Hey there, friends! Tom of P-Town here, bringing you another open and honest discussion about kink and sexual health. Today’s topic: watersports , sometimes called “golden showers” or urolagnia. Whether you’re curious, experienced, or somewhere in between, I’m here to offer straightforward, non-judgmental information. The name of the game is exploration and pleasure—but as with any erotic play involving bodily fluids, it’s essential to be informed about possible health risks and ways to reduce them. Let’s dive in. What Exactly Are Watersports? For those who are new to the concept, watersports involves sexual arousal or pleasure derived from the act of urinating on—or being urinated on by—a partner, and sometimes being urinated "in" as well. This might happen as part of power dynamics (dominance and submission) or simply as another way to play and bond intimately with a partner. While it’s definitely not everyone’s gulp of tea, plenty of folks enjoy it in a consensual, respec...

Blastocystis hominis – The Overlooked Parasite That Could Be Ruining Your Gut

Most of us have heard about the usual culprits when it comes to sexually transmitted infections (STIs) that cause diarrhea in men who have sex with men (MSM)—things like Giardia , Shigella , or Campylobacter . But there’s another microscopic troublemaker that often flies under the radar: Blastocystis hominis . What Is Blastocystis hominis? Blastocystis hominis is a single-celled parasite that lives in the intestines. It’s found worldwide, more common in developing countries, and can spread through contaminated food or water. In MSM, it can also be transmitted sexually—especially through oral-anal contact (“rimming”), sharing sex toys without proper cleaning, or during group sex where fecal-oral exposure is possible. While some people can carry Blastocystis without symptoms, others can develop persistent diarrhea, abdominal cramps, bloating, excess gas, and fatigue —often for weeks or months. Why Many Doctors Overlook It Here’s where it gets tricky: Old rese...

Feed Your Muscles and Your Mojo

When your glutes are tight from squats and your chakras feel like a tangled set of fairy lights, a good spiritual retreat can be the reset button your whole system craves. Research shows that combining contemplative practice with time in nature lowers cortisol, improves immune function, and boosts mood—perfect fuel for the workouts, workweeks, and weekend shenanigans that make up gay-male life today.1 At Tom of P-Town Health we call this “integrated self-care”: flex the body, nourish the mind, and let the spirit exhale. Below are five gay-affirming retreats that consistently earn glowing reviews. They range from rustic-communal to plush-boutique, so you can pick the vibe (and price) that matches your spiritual—and financial—fitness. 1. Easton Mountain – Greenwich, NY Snapshot Details Vibe 175 wooded acres created by gay men, for gay men—think summer-camp energy with adult freedoms. Signature Amenities Clothing-optional pool, hot tub & ...

Your Beard Isn’t Breaking Out—Your Clippers Are Dirty

Not Acne: Understanding Tinea Barbae (Beard Fungus) Tom of P-Town Health | Practical, stigma-free care for men’s health If you’ve got what looks like stubborn “acne” in your beard—especially if it’s itchy, scaly, or just not responding to your usual routine—you might be dealing with Tinea barbae , not acne at all. Let’s break it down so you can spot it early, treat it correctly, and avoid spreading it (to yourself or others). What Is Tinea Barbae? Tinea barbae is a fungal infection of the hair follicles in the beard and mustache area, caused by dermatophytes (the same family of fungi responsible for athlete’s foot and ringworm). Unlike acne, this is not a bacterial process —so benzoyl peroxide and typical acne washes often fail (and can sometimes irritate things further). Why It Gets Misdiagnosed as Acne Because it can look very similar to: Ingrown hairs Razor bumps ( pseudofolliculitis barbae ) Inflamed acne Folliculitis...

Empowering Gay & Bi Men to Take Charge of Their Health

💪 Your Health, Your Power: Now Available for Pre-Order! At Tom of P-Town Health, we believe knowledge is power — especially when it comes to your body, your mind, and your sexuality. That’s why I’m thrilled to announce that our new book, Your Health, Your Power: A Healthcare Navigation Guide for Men Who Have Sex with Men , is now available for pre-order on Amazon! For the next four weeks, you can lock in your Kindle edition for just $9.99 — nearly 60 percent off the full price. 🧠 What the Book Is About Your Health, Your Power is more than just a health guide — it’s a road map for navigating the healthcare system as an MSM patient . Whether you live in a big city with LGBTQ-friendly providers or in a rural area where you have to educate your doctor, this book gives you the tools to take control of your care. Inside you’ll find: ✅ Plain-language explanations of the most common health issues faced by gay, bi, and queer men — from sexual health an...

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