Andropause is not found in all men. It does not completely inhibit the fertility of men. It is commonly seen in men who are obese and have comorbidities.

What is Male Menopause: Menopause occurs in men in the same way after the age of 45 in women, which is called Male Menopause. Huh. With aging, hormonal changes occur in both men and women. In women, menopause ends fertility and has more pronounced signs than the more gradual andropause in men. Dr. Sarbjaya Singh, Clinical Head and Fertility Specialist, at Oasis Fertility (Hyderabad) is giving detailed information on what is Menopause in men when it starts, what are its causes, and treatment,...

What is Male Menopause /Andropause? (What is Male Menopause/Andropause?)

Male hormone testosterone begins to decline in men after a certain age, which can result in physical, sexual and psychological problems. With increasing age, men experience a gradual decrease in circulating, biologically available testosterone, according to a report in European Urology Open Science. The decline in serum testosterone levels is believed to increase at a rate of about 1% per year from age 30 onwards and there is usually a marked decline after age 50. Andropause is also known as late-onset hypogonadism/androgen decline in the aging male.

What conditions can aggravate andropause?

Menopause or andropause is not found in all men. It does not completely inhibit the fertility of men. It is commonly seen in men who are obese and have co-morbidities or comorbidities. Testosterone is an important male sex hormone, which plays an important role in the regulation of male fertility. Increased or decreased levels of the hormone testosterone can affect men in many ways. Some of the factors that can increase andropause are:

•              testicular injury

•              pituitary gland problem

•              obesity

•              testicle infection

•              kidney disease

•              diabetes

•              certain drugs

•              Genetic diseases such as Klinefelter syndrome

Symptoms of Andropause

•              fatigue

•              depression

•              infertility

•              insomnia

•              low sexual desire

•              impotence

•              development of breasts

•              low libido

•              body hair loss

•              increase in body fat

Diagnosis of andropause

•              physical test

•              Blood tests (to check testosterone levels)

•              Exercise.

•              Eat a healthy diet that includes low-fat foods, green vegetables, etc.

•              Try to quit smoking and alcohol.

•              Do meditation.

•              Take away the stress.

•              Get enough sleep.

Testosterone Gel: For its treatment, you have to apply testosterone gel. Apply this gel directly on the arms or shoulders. There are certain precautions to be taken while applying the gel.

Testosterone Skin Patches: Skin patches result in the continuous secretion of testosterone and can be applied to the abdomen, thighs, etc.

Testosterone pills: The pills are also used to treat the symptoms of male andropause. Men who have heart, kidney, or liver disease should not take these pills.

Testosterone Injection: This injection is given every 2 to 4 weeks.

Note, andropause is a common problem that occurs with aging in men. In this case, one need not panic. If you have any problems, consult an andrologist for treatment and advice.

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