Over the past decade, andropause in men has been discovered and widely been recognized as the male equivalent to menopause. everyone knows that women go through menopause, and many people understand that men experience hormonal changes as they age too. In a loss in testosterone it’s understandable and expected that “things change” within our body, our moods, and overall well-being. Testosterone is one of our fountains of youth! The fact is that many men do go through serious hormonal upheaval as they age.
Symptoms Of Andropause In Men Can Be
- Low energy
- Anxiety
- Decreased libido
- Depression or sadness
- Decreased motivation
- Lowered self-confidence
- Difficulty concentrating
- Insomnia or difficulty sleeping
- Increased body fat
- Reduced muscle mass and feelings of physical weakness
For women, menopause is a quick decline in the production of estrogen and progesterone. Often, perimenopause starts before a women enters full menopause. This is a transitional period marked by hormonal fluctuation that may last for years. The ultimate result is a permanent end to a woman’s reproductive capacity. For men, however, there is typically no sudden drop in sex hormones. For Men, testosterone production typically begins to slow down in your early 30’s and fully in your 40’s. Eventually, in some men, testosterone levels drop so low that they cause symptoms that seem roughly equivalent to menopause. This is also known as late-onset hypogonadism or age-related androgen deficiency, which is why we often see it referred to as andropause.
Treatment Options for Andropause in Men
With these symptoms in mind, this is why many men, like women experiencing menopause, look to bio-identical hormone replacement pellet therapy. The potential benefits of testosterone therapy for men are many, including increased muscle mass and lower cardiovascular risk. Often, however, the most immediate benefits are higher energy levels, restored libido, healthier weight control, and improved emotional health.
The goal is recognizing that it is happening to you and understanding why. And, it does not mean that is has to change who you are and just live with “it”. With hormone replacement therapy, you can do something about it.
Here at Balance Found, we successfully treat hundreds of patients a year and have many patient reviews for you to read and see what a difference it can make in your life. Contact us today or give us a call, we would love to add another happy patient to our practice
