Andropause Male Menopause - Do I Have To Get It?

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It seems that women are no longer the only ones that suffer through changes as they get older; we now know that men do too. The male version of menopause is called andropause. While andropause is not recognized officially, it is the term we use to describe the biological changes that happen to middle aged men and often compare these changes to menopause.

About the time a man reaches his late 40's he begins to experience a steady decline in testosterone levels. Although men can still reproduce late into life they may suffer any or all of the same symptoms women do when they go through menopause. Studies have shown that testosterone replacement therapy can relieve these symptoms in men. Some of the symptoms that men and women share during this stage of life are depression, sweating, hot flashes, fatigue, insomnia and the inability to concentrate or remember some things.

Many men will suffer with impotency and mood swings during the andropause phase of his life. There will most likely be physical changes during this time with the loss of body hair, shrinking testicles and decreased muscle mass and strength.

Some women have said that their man seems to be more feminine by being more family oriented and less interested in their career and other things they might have been interested in before. The husband may not recognize what his problem is as quickly as his wife will.

Most men spend time in denial when they are going through the andropause phase and it is important that women understand this. It is hard to come to terms with the idea that you might be losing your energy, your sex drive and physical abilities on top of being moody and agitated all the time.

Here are some ways women can teach their husbands to cope with the inevitable changes that andropause can cause:

1. Exercise is important for everyone and the lack of exercise causes early aging. It is important for men to continue exercising or get started. We're not talking about bench pressing 200 pounds; you need to get your heart rate up for at least 15 minutes 3 times a week, walk the same amounts and yes do some strength training also. Talk to your doctor before starting any new exercise program.

2. Eating a healthy balanced diet is important at every age. Proper nutrition will also help fight the aging process and help you feel better emotionally and physically.

3. Every man will go through andropause just as every woman will go through menopause once we reach a certain age. It helps to understand it and learn to deal with the symptoms..

Male menopause or andropause is a condition that cannot be avoided but it will pass. Recognize your symptoms when they come and talk with your doctor about how to deal with it and ask if testosterone replacement might help you. Male menopause is the first part of a new phase in life, embrace it.