Category Archives: Andropause

Reading Time: < 1 minuteThe Truth About Andropause: Male Menopause - Explained by Hormone Expert, Dr. Ken G. Knott, MD By: Dr. Ken G Knott, MD See more here: The Truth About Andropause: Male Menopause - Explained by Hormone Expert, Dr. Ken G. Knott, MD - Video … Read more »

Reading Time: < 1 minuteThe Male Menopause: Andropause - Nicole Ortiz, ND Women are not the only ones who suffer from menopause, there is such a thing as male menopause. We spoke with Dr. Nicole Ortiz at naturopathic doctor at the Live Well Clinic in La Quinta, Californi... By: DocTalk See the original post: The Male Menopause: Andropause - Nicole Ortiz, ND - Video … Read more »

Reading Time: < 1 minuteAging changes in the male reproductive system may include changes in testicular tissue, sperm production, and erectile function. These changes usually occur gradually. Unlike women, men do not experience a major, rapid (over several months) change in fertility as they age (like menopause). Instead, changes occur gradually during a process that some people call andropause. Aging changes in the male reproductive system occur primarily in the testes. Testicular tissue mass decreases and the level of the male sex hormone testosterone stays the same or decreases very slightly. There may be problems with erectile function. However, this is a general slowing, … Read more »

Reading Time: 2 minutesAndropause is male menopause. The same hormones that cause women to suffer sudden changes at menopause, also cause a cascade of symptoms to appear in the ageing male. Testosterone in men, often considered to be the male hormone, is in delicate balance with estrogen, the female hormone. As men (and women) reach 40, they suffer a progressive loss of testosterone, and a relative excess of estrogen; the resulting imbalance causes the gradual onset of symptoms, similar to those of a menopausal woman. Cast your eyes around a shopping mall. There are men with extended belts, obesity, protuberant abdomens, bigger breasts … Read more »

Reading Time: 2 minutesAndropause is identified as a drop in androgens, the overall grouping of male hormones. They are made in the testes and in the adrenal gland (a small gland located above the kidney that produces a significant number of hormones). The main functions of androgens are: In men, androgens are known to affect muscle, bone, the central nervous system, prostate, bone marrow and sexual function. We know that testosterone causes the androgenic effects, determining and shaping the male reproductive tract in an infant as well as the development of secondary sexual characteristics (body hair and male pattern baldness are examples). In … Read more »

Reading Time: < 1 minuteGENERATION RX PLUS- ANDROPAUSE- ASK THE EXPERTS It's something we thought could only happen to women. It turns out that men could have it too. Find out more about Andropause, the opposite to women's menopa... By: teamgenrx Continued here: GENERATION RX PLUS- ANDROPAUSE- ASK THE EXPERTS - Video … Read more »

Reading Time: < 1 minuteHealthy Trinbago - Andropause http://www.healthytrinbago.com. By: Healthy Trinbago Follow this link: Healthy Trinbago - Andropause - Video … Read more »

Reading Time: 2 minutesThe Symptoms Of Andropause (Male Menopause) Include: Click on any of the symptoms listed above to learn more about each one. By your early 30s, the hormones that give you energy, boost your sex drive, and allow you to build lean muscle mass, begin to decline. For men, testosterone is the anti-aging hormone. Its what allows you to maintain muscle mass and strength. It also fuels your sex drive, and facilitates bone growth. It keeps your moods even, and enables you to focus and concentrate. It keeps men motivated, and fuels their desire to be productive and to succeed. But … Read more »

Reading Time: 4 minutesAndropause is an area of growing interest for physicians, researchers and of course men. The existence of Andropause is now recognized by the medical world - including the Canadian Andropause Society - and by Canadians alike. In fact, a recent Angus Reid survey found that 70% of the general public share the belief that men experience a mid-life stage similar to women's menopause. Andropause (also called "male menopause") is a normal part of aging; although, for some men it is accompanied by a gradual and undesired decline in their sexuality, mood and overall energy. Sometimes it can even expose men … Read more »

Reading Time: < 1 minuteHormone therapy programs aren't only for women. Men experience a more gradual loss of hormones, mainly testosterone. The result is andropause, known as the "male menopause." Andropause can make daily life feel like an uphill battle, and because men are living longer, more active lives they are seeking and finding relief from the serious symptoms of hormone imbalance with bioidentical hormone replacement therapy for men. The signs of andropause and related hormonal issues include: This personalized, medically supervised program includes natural HRT for men, as well as customized fitness and nutrition programs for millions of men suffering from hormonal imbalance. … Read more »

Reading Time: 2 minutesAndropause occurs due to the steady reduction in testosterone as men age. Men also experience imbalances in their levels of thyroid, estrogen, DHEA, and cortisol during this time in life. All men will experience andropauseno man escapes it. Most men begin feeling the effects of andropause when theyre between 35 and 40 years of age. Fatigue, loss of muscle mass, low sex drive, depression and night sweats are all symptoms of the hormone imbalance that comes with andropause. Fortunately, you can safely reverse these symptoms by restoring your hormones to healthy levels. To learn more about the symptoms of andropause, … Read more »

Reading Time: < 1 minuteHow Does Andropause Affect Men? Dr. Johanna deVryer, M.D. of Tampa Rejuvenation discusses how Andropause affects men biologically. By: tamparejuvenation Link: How Does Andropause Affect Men? - Video … Read more »

Reading Time: 2 minutesAndropause is the male equivalent of female menopause. It is generally characterized by a decline in sexuality and energy due to the decreasing level of male hormones, such as testosterone. We all know about the female menopause but how many of us have heard of andropause, considered by some as the male menopause? Mid-life crisis is the euphemism of choice that is used to refer to the symptoms of a waning male. Today, it has been widely accepted by the scientific world that males encounter andropause- a term that refers to the paucity of vital male hormones. This, in turn, … Read more »

Reading Time: 2 minutesFemale menopause has been known for centuries, but it has only recently been discovered that males also go through a similar phenomenon with identical symptoms. Synonyms: Late Onset Hypogonadism (LOH), Male Climacteric, Andropause, Viropause, ADAM (Androgen Deficiency in the Aging Male) and PADAM (Partial Androgen Deficiency in the Aging Male). he medical profession has long debated the existence of male menopause. Does it really exist ? If so, at what age does it affect men ? What are the symptoms ? Are they reversible with treatment ? What precautions can a man take to prevent/postpone its arrival ? How is … Read more »

Reading Time: < 1 minuteandropause part 1 Dr. Robert Carlson, Nationally Recognized Heart Surgeon Describes all the benefits of testosterone in men. Including significant reduction in heart disease, ... By: Andlos Institute Read this article: andropause part 1 - Video … Read more »

Reading Time: < 1 minuteMenopause Andropause By: Alicia Rod Excerpt from: Menopause & Andropause - Video … Read more »

Reading Time: 2 minutesMale Menopause Introduction Women may not be the only ones who suffer the effects of changing hormones. Some doctors are noticing that their male patients are reporting some of the same symptoms that women experience in perimenopause and menopause. The medical community is currently debating whether or not men really do go through a well-defined menopause. Doctors say that male patients receiving hormone therapy with testosterone have reported relief of some of the symptoms associated with so-called male menopause. Because men do not go through a well-defined period referred to as menopause, some doctors refer to this problem as androgen … Read more »

Reading Time: 2 minutesAugust 21st, 2013 Andropause is the technical term for the hormone imbalance all men will experience as they age. Commonly called male menopause, andropause typically begins to affect men between the ages of 35 and 40. In some cases, however, the testosterone deficiencies associated with andropause may occur in much younger men. Whatever your age, as a man you need testosterone to maintain energy and focus, to build lean muscle, to boost your sex drive, and to regulate your moods. In other words, the onset of andropause (and the drop in testosterone that goes with it) can have a big … Read more »

Reading Time: 2 minutesDo men have a menopause? Declining levels of testosterone and DHEA are commonly seen in men beginning in the fourth decade of life. These anabolic hormones are particularly important in men, as they are the major players in maintaining both physical and mental health. For example, they increase energy and decrease fatigue; they help in maintaining erectile function and normal sex drive; and they increase the strength of all structural tissues in the skin, bones, and muscles, including the heart. Proper levels of androgens also help to prevent depression and mental fatigue. Yes, men do experience age-related changes in their … Read more »

Reading Time: < 1 minuteLast reviewed February 27, 2013 When you think of testosterone, what comes to mind? Macho men? Aggressive, impatient, type A behavior? Road rage? Violence? Testosterone's role in bad behavior is largely a myth. What's more, testosterone plays other important roles in health and disease that may surprise you. For example, did you know that testosterone is a key player in prostate cancer? Or, that women need testosterone, too? There's more to testosterone than guys behaving badly. Back to top Testosterone's Role Testosterone is the major sex hormone in males and plays a number of important roles, such as: Adolescent boys … Read more »