Men: What You Need To Know About Male Menopause

Mary Akanbi

11th August, 2022

Menopause is a topic that is discussed with women in mind. However, what many do not know is that men are also bound to reach the point of menopause. Male menopause is medically known as Andropause. According to Healthline, Andropause refers to a change in male hormone levels that occurs as a result of age. Andropause differs from menopause because, unlike menopause, not all men suffer from andropause. It also doesn’t affect all the male reproductive organs. In this article, we will look into the symptoms of male menopause and how it can be treated as sourced from Healthline.

What are the symptoms of male menopause (andropause)?

1.      Erectile dysfunction

2.      Infertility

3.      Constant feelings of physical weakness

4.      Development of breasts (medically known as gynecomastia)

5.      Low muscle mass

Andropause is also accompanied by symptoms such as depression, loss of body hair, decreased testicular size, and brittle bones which is a rare symptom. Andropause is mostly triggered by decreased testosterone levels. once you start puberty your testosterone levels increase and this is what causes puberty-related changes such as the growth of facial hair, deeper & lower voice, and improved performance during intimacy. Testosterone also helps to boost your energy both mentally and physically. However, testosterone levels begin to drop after you clock 30 years and this can eventually result in male menopause.

How do you know if you have reached andropause and how can it be treated?

This can be determined by a test to determine your testosterone levels. andropause is not a life-threatening condition so you can live with it and still maintain a healthy lifestyle. A few things you can do to improve your condition is by making lifestyle changes such as: exercising regularly, eating a healthy diet, and getting good quality sleep.

Depression is one of the symptoms of andropause and it can take a toll on your daily life and activities. If you struggle with depression you can take antidepressants as prescribed by your doctor.