Andropause is first noticed in men around the age of 35, although it usually occurs in their fifties. Initially, the DHEA hormones that stimulate the production of testosterone, intellectual and mental functions fall. The level of growth hormones GH (somatotropin) and IGF-E, melatonin, which regulates the rhythm of day and night, and testosterone, decreases.
Men’s self-esteem decreases, in addition to problems with sleep, memory and concentration, headache, baldness, decline in condition, weight gain, fatigue, hot flashes, irritability or depression, sexual function abnormalities often occur. A crisis moment in a man’s life sometimes results in a change of job, lifestyle or family breakdown. Men are more exposed than before andropause to the occurrence of various diseases.
Reproductive capacity and appetite for sex
Although it is customary to equate andropause with women’s menopause, men are still able to fertilize women’s eggs for many years (even after the age of 70). However, sexual functions are weakened, and with them a decrease in the quality of life. Often, along with the decrease in desire, as a result of misunderstandings, relations between partners cool down, difficulties with achieving or maintaining an erection appear. Relief can be brought by preparations, both available on prescription and without, as well as HRT, i.e. hormone replacement therapy, the effects of which we will see in a quarter of its implementation. At the beginning, polycythemia or prostate cancer should be excluded, during which it cannot be used, therefore endocrinological and urological tests are ordered. Under the care of a doctor, a man takes testosterone, either through patches, injections or tablets. As a result, we gain better well-being, the sex drive and erection are normalized, the risk of diseases such as osteoporosis and atherosclerosis is minimized. Fat and muscle tissue regain their correct proportions, and the skin is no longer dry. If side effects occur in the first three months, it should be discontinued immediately.
Take care of your form and relationships!
Practicing sports will prevent unfavorable changes in the figure. In combination with a healthy balanced diet, it will bring an injection of energy and excellent well-being, which we can owe to the increase in endorphins, i.e. “happiness hormones”. It is worth talking honestly with your half about the cause of changes in behavior and decrease in libido – there is a possibility that he blames himself for the current situation, and the lack of understanding between you can only worsen the situation.