Symptoms of menopause in men
Menopause usually relate to girls and the cessation of menstruation, but how much we really know about menopause and andropause? Today Makeufits, I invite you to learn what it's about the andropause and what the symptoms of menopause in men are.
Andropause
Andropause or male menopause refers to the decline in hormone levels of testosterone that occurs in men after aging and some people also recognized as the period of puberty reversed. While in menopausal women, hormone production levels in andropause suddenly cease, the decline in levels is gradual and different hormone levels.
From the 40 or so years, the production levels of testosterone begin to decline about 1% per year. The levels start to fall are almost imperceptible to the middle of the 50 and 60 years, but beyond this age near 80, low levels of testosterone become much more noticeable.
Some men come to these long ages with normal testosterone levels and in some others, despite having low levels, the changes are not noticeable. The only effective way to detect certain and there are low levels of testosterone, is through a blood test.
Menopausal symptoms in men
Low testosterone levels are presented in different ways in different people and in turn, in different ways, both physically and psychologically. Let's look at some of them.
Physical Aspects
- Minor muscle volume
- Reduced muscle strength
- Sweating at night
- Sterility
- Reduction of spontaneous erections
- Loss of body hair
- Increase or swelling in the chest
- Fatigue
- Shrunken testicles
- Increased body fat
- Anemia
- Loss of height
Psychological aspects
- Decreased sexual desire
- Depression
- Low self-esteem
- Irritability
- Trouble sleeping
- Poor concentration
It is normal over time and through the period of old age, have any of these symptoms and for example, is quite normal in older adults after a certain age and erections are lower than those of youth.
Fatigue, depression, fatigue and other issues affecting other aspects of the condition and one may work triggering another. In addition, doctors say many of these issues are also related to the use of medications or treatments for years, being a clear example erectile dysfunction in 90% of cases occur as a result of taking medication to control blood pressure high.
Some recommendations
Always see your doctor and get professional help without any shame. The andropause is a fact, real and more common than you think. You must declare demystify this condition and the doctor all the symptoms. Discuss with your doctor the symptoms, treatments and medications you use to receive the correct diagnosis and help needed.
Always caring and also controls your important mental health. Many men suffer from depression and taboo social issues or false beliefs, do not regulate or worry about their mental health. Depressions in men often have symptoms similar to those of andropause as irritability and severe mood swings.
Perform exercises at all levels if you want to stay healthy, physically, psychologically and emotionally. Of course you can not help getting older, but is of enormous help.
Always try to keep healthy eating habits.
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