The US culture has prepared women, mentally, for what comes with menopause—they know it looms and therefore can prepare in the best way they know how, for managing the symptoms. But what about men? Andropause—the male version of menopause—can significantly lower a man’s quality of life if left unattended. Men’s hormones shift and change, too, and one of the safest and most effective ways to manage those changes are with natural hormone therapy approaches from a certified male testosterone clinic. Andropause typically occurs over a longer span of years than menopause. While it is a more gradual process, it is associated with increased risks of other diseases like cardiovascular issues and osteoporosis. Andropause is defined by a series of distinct yet common symptoms including:
- Fatigue
- A decrease in libido
- Lower testosterone levels
- Mood swings
- Difficulty getting erections
- Sapped energy
- Irritability
- Loss of muscle mass
- Depression
- Hot flashes
- Increased body fat