A Guide for Treating Male Menopause

Male menopause is one of the least-discussed conditions within older men. Male menopause, which is referred to as Andropause, is the reduction of testosterone production within older men. While the symptoms of male menopause are less-severe as those with women menopause, there are still side-effects and precautions men should take. Male menopause is the same concept as female, because the production of testosterone reduces, however, its decline is much slower than in women. Men can expect a decrease of testosterone of about 1% once they hit this point in their lives.

If you are unsure you are suffering from male menopause, you can usually tell by some of these side effects: hot flashes, reduced sexual desire (loss of libido), tender or swollen breasts and sudden sweat outbreaks. If you are experiencing any of these symptoms, or other symptoms that are strange you will want to make a list of everything you are feeling. By creating a journal of these symptoms, you will be able to tell if they are just a fluke within your body, or if it is an ongoing condition.

It is very important for older men to visit their doctor on a regular basis, just as it is for women. The doctor will measure the levels of testosterone within your body and by doing this, your doctor will be able to tell if your testosterone levels are decreasing. It is very important to visit your doctor, because the symptoms of male menopause are also extremely similar to liver disease and even kidney disease. A common way doctors will treat male menopause is to place you on testosterone replacement therapy, which will replace the loss of testosterone and reduce, or eliminate, the uncomfortable symptoms you are going through.

If you are undergoing any sexual issues, you will need to discuss these with your doctor. Sexual problems, such as erectile dysfunction or loss of libido, are common during male menopause. Your doctor will most likely prescribe medication, or suggest a lifestyle change (eating habits, exercise, etc.) for some of your sexual problems.