Presentation
As such, many men are presenting to healthcare practitioners for the first time. [ncbi.nlm.nih.gov]
Non-sexual, Psychological Clues These three psychological clues may also be present, but again are only weakly linked to andropause. Sadness You feel sad most of the time. [return2health.net]
Entire Body System
- Fatigue
Without it, a person can become fatigued very easily. The more fatigued a person feels the less likely they are to be active. Individuals may lose their sex drive as testosterone levels begin to drop. [drbartnof.com]
This therapy could boost libido, alleviate depression and fight fatigue. Hormone replacement therapy may pose risks to prostate cancer patients. [thanyapura.com]
While these symptoms are signs of andropause, they may also be symptoms of other conditions like adrenal fatigue and poor thyroid health. [bodylogicmd.com]
Fatigue : This is one of the classic symptoms of low testosterone. Lethargy, lack of sleep and general tiredness can make it difficult to deal with fatigue. 7. [thehealthsite.com]
CardioMetabolic Issues This includes high blood pressure and diabetes, and may mimic some symptoms of low testosterone – like fatigue or erectile dysfunction. [zrtlab.com]
- Male Hypogonadism
It is imperative that male hypogonadism be evaluated and treated with hormonal replacement to avoid the development of frailty and effects on sexual health. This article will review the diagnosis and management of andropause. [ncbi.nlm.nih.gov]
Eyes
Psychiatrical
- Loss of Libido
The majority identified irritability (72.5%), loss of energy (66.5%), and loss of libido (60.7%) as symptoms. [ncbi.nlm.nih.gov]
Symptoms of Andropause: Loss of libido and potency Erectile dysfunction Nervousness Depression Fatigue Loss of muscle mass Loss of memory Inability to concentrate Insomnia Increased breast tissue (caused by higher than normal estrogen levels) Hot flushes [pharmaceutical.co.nz]
These male menopause symptoms include: Erectile Dysfunction Night Sweats in Men Muscle Loss Low Libido or Sex Drive Depression Weight Gain Urinary Problems Hot Flashes in Men Gynecomastia (male breasts) Hair Loss Sleep Apnea Fatigue Irritability The imbalance [bodylogicmd.com]
Shocking as it may be to some men, male menopause, or andropause, is becoming more widely recognized and accepted by physicians for the changes many middle-aged men experience — from energy loss to depression to loss of libido to sexual dysfunction. [health.howstuffworks.com]
Urogenital
- Sexual Dysfunction
Most significant in this population are the side effects of hot flashes, anemia, gynecomastia, depression, cognitive decline, sarcopenia, a decreased overall quality of life, sexual dysfunction, and osteoporosis with subsequent bone fractures. [ncbi.nlm.nih.gov]
A male experiencing andropause may have a number of symptoms related to the condition and is at risk of sexual dysfunction, weight gain, low energy, and cardiovascular and cholesterol issues. [camelbackhealth.com]
Workup
However, low testosterone can also be indicative of an underlying pituitary disorder; therefore, careful workup should be performed to distinguish between benign and pathologic conditions in individual men. [ncbi.nlm.nih.gov]
Given this result, one wonders how careful a workup was done before prescribing testosterone replacement. After all, there are multiple forms of hypogonadism, primary and secondary. [sciencebasedmedicine.org]
Serum
- Testosterone Decreased
It is estimated that testosterone decreases about 3 to 5% every year after the age of 30. [camelbackhealth.com]
As men age, their testosterone level dips, triggering many physical and psychological symptoms. “It’s part of the natural ageing process. Once men cross 30, testosterone decreases about 10% every decade. Andropause is similar to menopause. [timesofindia.indiatimes.com]
This is part of the natural aging process and it is estimated that testosterone decreases about 10% every decade after men reach the age of 30. Andropause is a condition that is associated with the decrease in the male hormone testosterone. [medbroadcast.com]
- Androgens Decreased
There are two terms used to describe this condition – PADAM (partial androgen decrease of aging men) and ADAM (androgen decrease of aging men). [hgh10.com]
decrease below a particular threshold. [ijem.in]
This decrease in growth hormone is called somatopause (similar to the decrease in androgens being called andropause). [mazemenshealth.com]
Increased estrogen rather than decreased androgen action is associated with longer androgen receptor CAG repeats. J Clin Endocrinol Metab 2009;94: 277-84. 51. Huhtaniemi IT, Pye SR, Holliday KL, Thomson W, O'Neill TW, et al. [doi.org]
Treatment
AAG Health & Wellness Hormone replacement therapy clinic specializing in testosterone & human growth hormone treatment for andropause. [curlie.org]
Almost all PCPs (91.5%) agreed that prostate cancer is a contraindication to treatment while around one-third (33.9%) agreed that breast cancer was a contraindication. [ncbi.nlm.nih.gov]
Treatment and Prevention Replacing testosterone in the blood is the most common treatment for men going through andropause. This treatment may provide relief from the symptoms and help improve the quality of life in many cases. [medbroadcast.com]
Etiology
This article presents an overview of the etiology and pathophysiology of hypogonadism, and offers guidelines for the evaluation of men who should have further testing. The pros and cons of various testosterone formulations are discussed. [ncbi.nlm.nih.gov]
Gettingovertestosterone: Postulating a fresh start for etiologic studies of prostate cancer. J Natl Cancer Inst 2008;100:158-9. 33. Thompson IM, Ankerst DP, Chi C, Goodman PJ, Tangen CM, Lucia MS, et al. [ijem.in]
Epidemiology
Prospective epidemiological and clinical evidence in humans supports the premise that rebalancing the ratio of circulating gonadotropins:sex steroids reduces the incidence of AD. [ncbi.nlm.nih.gov]
Pathophysiology
This article presents an overview of the etiology and pathophysiology of hypogonadism, and offers guidelines for the evaluation of men who should have further testing. The pros and cons of various testosterone formulations are discussed. [ncbi.nlm.nih.gov]
PATHOPHYSIOLOGY Decreasing levels of bioavailable testosterone due to : Decrease rate of production by testes Reduction in size and weight of testes Critical illness Increassed leval of stress Testicular trauma Genetic and metabolic disorder [slideshare.net]
Fully 62% of the top 50 most prescribed drugs relate to the pathophysiology and metabolic effects of andropause. [orientalhealthsolutions.com]
Prevention
Your plan can include some of the nutrients discussed for boosting testosterone, preventing its conversion to estrogen, and improving how your body metabolizes hormones. [foreverhealth.com]
Every person responds differently to hormone treatment modalities, especially bHRT, thus consistent monitoring is necessary to achieve optimal symptom relief and chronic disease prevention. [hoodtocoasthealthcare.com]
Ideally, supplementation with HPG hormones should mimic closely the serum concentrations of all HPG hormones in reproductive men and cycling women to prevent dyotic signaling and attempted neuron division. [ncbi.nlm.nih.gov]
In the meantime, consider these prevention and management tips when your body feels flushed: Avoid external triggers that you can control, like spicy foods, hot beverages, or alcohol. [goaskalice.columbia.edu]