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MALE MENOPAUSE

 Is Male Menopause Real ?

Hormonal changes can affect men physically and emotionally.


Menopause is often associated with hot flashes and mood swings in women . So , do hormonal changes with similar symptoms occur in men as they age ? 

Male Menopause is rare medical issue . It is a condition that affects older men. It carries set of symptoms that are linked to declining testosterone levels and aging.

It is also referred to as andropause , androgen decline in the aging male , late onset hypogonadism and low testosterone.

Not every man will experience this . But the symptoms are very real. 

There's a reason it's called male menopause because it can produce many of the same symptoms as female menopause.

Those symptoms include irritability , weight gain , low sex drive and function , problem in sleeping , depression , fatigue and loss of strength. It may even include hot flashes.

Testosterone : Testosterone is the  hormone responsible for the development of male sexual characteristics. It's normal for levels to decline in men as they age. After 40 , levels begin to decline by about 1 percent every year.
The rate can be affected by chronic disease , such as obesity , diabetes and medication.

Women experience a complete shutdown of ovarian hormone production at  menopause. The decline in testosterone in men is slow.

A blood test can confirm whether a man has low testosterone and if treatment is needed. 
Treatment options may include testosterone replacement therapy. This may help relieve symptoms , such as loss of sex drive , fatigue and depression.

Risk of Testosterone Replacement  is that it may worsen prostate cancer and increase the risk of heart diseases.

Lifestyle changes plays an important role to decrease the symptoms of male menopause. 

Good health is not just about eating right and getting exercise, It's just as important to have a good laugh , enjoy some alone time and connect with friends. Having sex is also good for your mind and body because it relieves stress and helps to keep your prostate healthy.
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