Do Men Go Through Menopause?
Men don't go through menopause in the way that women do, where their hormones rapidly decrease within the span of a few years. However, men do experience decreased testosterone production during a more gradual period. The process, called andropause, sometimes mimics female menopause with its symptoms of flushing, insomnia and depression.
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Signs
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Weight gain, decreased libido and hair loss on the head, groin and the rest of the body are other signs of andropause.
Midlife Crisis
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"Midlife crisis" is a term pinned to male menopause since there are men who experience an emotional crisis as they reach middle age. However, a man doesn't have to have his testosterone drop to have a midlife crisis.
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Onset
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According to MayoClinic.com, testosterone starts to drop in men after they turn 40.
Verification
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A man needs to have a blood test done to confirm that his testosterone is low, since symptoms like deteriorating memory or reduced energy are also signs of aging.
MIsconceptions
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Andropause doesn't always cause symptoms or discomfort; there are men who don't notice any particular problems related to this issue as they age.
Coping
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A healthy diet and a regular exercise routine can relieve some effects of low testosterone. The medical community is at odds about whether testosterone replacement therapy is a safe and effective treatment for the condition.
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