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Called andropause all symptoms that accompany the fall in testosterone levels in men older. This decrease usually occurs between 45 and 65. All men are experiencing some decline in testosterone with age. However, only some will experience symptoms of andropause, for unknown reasons. Andropause is diagnosed by tests to measure levels of testosterone in the blood.

Andropause remains a controversial topic because it can be considered a normal part of life rather than a malfunction. On the one hand, there are no specific symptoms of andropause. All his symptoms may be the result of other health problems or simply due to normal aging process. On the other hand, the association between testosterone levels low and the symptoms of andropause is low, according to various studies. Some experts believe that the symptoms of andropause are more the result of bad habits.

Symptoms

* Decreased sexual desire
* Erections less frequent and less vigorous
* Periods of excessive sweating unrelated to physical exertion
* Low energy and persistent fatigue
* Insomnia
* Irritability, mood swings or depression
* Reduction of muscle mass and increased abdominal fat
* Bone Fragility
* Decreased hairiness

This increases the risk

Low levels of testosterone are associated with the following factors:

* Excessive consumption of alcohol or marijuana;
* Overweight, abdominal obesity;
* Diabetes and metabolic syndrome;
* Cholesterol above normal;
* Chronic stress;
* Some medications (antipsychotics, anticonvulsants, and narcotics)

Preventing

To some extent we can reduce the symptoms of andropause in adopting and maintaining a healthy lifestyle: Maintain a healthy weight, be physically active, eating a healthy diet and avoiding excess alcohol.

Treatments
Medical treatment

* Hormone and testosterone. It is the only treatment available at present. The treatment is preferably in the form of patches or gels that are applied to the skin.

Note. The long-term effects of testosterone therapy are not yet all known. It could increase the risk of benign prostate, prostate cancer and breast cancer, liver problems, sleep apnea and blood clots. Studies are under way.

Natural health products and complementary therapies

There is no specific complementary approach to andropause. No specific treatment has been researched and none is recommended by experts in complementary approaches.

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