Male menopause symptoms are brought on by a drop in testosterone levels, causing lethargy, night sweats, hot flashes, mood swings, irritability, depression, fatigue, and muscle or joint pain. Andropause treatment will usually include testosterone replacement therapy. Hormones in the body affect cells, organs, and how the body functions. Hormone levels are affected by age, stress, infections in the body, and an imbalance of nutrients. Diseases that affect the heart and lungs may affect the levels of testosterone in men. In addition, some autoimmune diseases such as, arthritis or lupus may cause a decrease in hormone levels. Lifestyle changes that include nutritional supplements, exercise, and relaxation might help with testosterone imbalances. The symptoms for both men and women can be similar when hormone levels are decreasing but men usually have a gradual decrease in testosterone whereas women may have a sudden decrease in estrogen and progesterone.
Saliva or blood tests can reveal hormone levels to help a doctor determine possible treatment. A medical history and a list of male menopause symptoms are also useful to a physician who is trying to determine cause and diagnosis. Andropause treatment may include some lifestyle changes that involve adjustments to dietary habits and implementation of a regular exercise routine. Eating at least 3 meals a day with 2 snacks in between will help to keep blood sugar levels even. In addition, try drinking lots of water, limiting caffeine, and limiting highly processed foods that are high in sugar or sodium. Refined sugars and spicy foods have been known to aggravate hot flashes. Reducing saturated fats and using olive, canola, and flaxseed oil will help with cholesterol levels.
Heart disease can have an effect on testosterone levels in men. Diet and exercise are important factors for lifestyle changes to be successful. Providing essential nutrients to the body will help to decrease male menopause symptoms and provide good overall health. Try eating salmon and mackerel for omega 3 fatty acids as well as whole grains. Eating apples, carrots, spinach, beans, and oats will help to lower cholesterol and increase fiber. Take nutritional supplements to provide the body with necessary vitamins and minerals that are needed. Choosing organic non-fat milk, organic fruits/vegetables and organic meat instead of eating regular beef and drinking regular cow's milk will help to avoid over consuming unwanted hormones.
Decreased energy levels and less sexual interest may be experienced with decreased levels of testosterone. Other changes associated with declining hormones include decreased cognitive function, and depression. Some prescription drugs cause symptoms in men including, beta blockers, painkillers and anti-depressants. Andropause treatment can help restore sexual function, muscle strength, and help to prevent heart disease. Scientists have linked long-term use of testosterone with breast enlargement so doctors are concerned about prescribing high doses or long-term therapy. There are also concerns for prostrate enlargement for men who receive treatment through hormone replacement therapy. An enlarged prostrate can cause urinary difficulties and increase chances of infection.
Depression may result from a decrease of hormone levels in men. Some doctors prefer prescribing anti-depressants before opting for hormone replacement therapy. Men are not usually as astute to seeking treatment as women are. However, depression can be very serious, especially if thoughts of suicide are present. Sometimes life just seems too overwhelming, with having to work so many hours, not enough sleep, a family to feed, and suffering with male menopause symptoms just adds to the list. Maybe it is time to put one's priorities in order and seek God for help. Participating in regular worship services and reading the Bible helps one to realize that God's children do not have to bear their burdens alone. "God is our refuge and strength, a very present help in trouble." (Psalm 46:1) Learning this can give hope as one learns how to trust Him for a better life. Try taking the family to regular church services and putting God first in everything; doing this will make a difference because putting God first can give assurance that He will give us the strength to carry on.
Some of the benefits that have surfaced from hormone replacement therapy for men have been thicker hair and improved skin, improved sexual desire, increased energy, decrease of irritability, improved mental outlook, and improved muscle mass. Potential risks associated with andropause treatment may include derogatory skin reactions, fluid retention, hair loss, sleep apnea, enlargement of prostrate, urinary difficulties, enlargement of breasts, and excess blood production. There are different types of testosterone therapy available. Injections can be administered in two week intervals, or a patch can be worn for up to seven days, gel or creams are available, and so is oral therapy. Before starting any type of hormone therapy see a physician for the best options and get some advice on the best type of hormone replacement available for increasing testosterone levels.
Saliva or blood tests can reveal hormone levels to help a doctor determine possible treatment. A medical history and a list of male menopause symptoms are also useful to a physician who is trying to determine cause and diagnosis. Andropause treatment may include some lifestyle changes that involve adjustments to dietary habits and implementation of a regular exercise routine. Eating at least 3 meals a day with 2 snacks in between will help to keep blood sugar levels even. In addition, try drinking lots of water, limiting caffeine, and limiting highly processed foods that are high in sugar or sodium. Refined sugars and spicy foods have been known to aggravate hot flashes. Reducing saturated fats and using olive, canola, and flaxseed oil will help with cholesterol levels.
Heart disease can have an effect on testosterone levels in men. Diet and exercise are important factors for lifestyle changes to be successful. Providing essential nutrients to the body will help to decrease male menopause symptoms and provide good overall health. Try eating salmon and mackerel for omega 3 fatty acids as well as whole grains. Eating apples, carrots, spinach, beans, and oats will help to lower cholesterol and increase fiber. Take nutritional supplements to provide the body with necessary vitamins and minerals that are needed. Choosing organic non-fat milk, organic fruits/vegetables and organic meat instead of eating regular beef and drinking regular cow's milk will help to avoid over consuming unwanted hormones.
Decreased energy levels and less sexual interest may be experienced with decreased levels of testosterone. Other changes associated with declining hormones include decreased cognitive function, and depression. Some prescription drugs cause symptoms in men including, beta blockers, painkillers and anti-depressants. Andropause treatment can help restore sexual function, muscle strength, and help to prevent heart disease. Scientists have linked long-term use of testosterone with breast enlargement so doctors are concerned about prescribing high doses or long-term therapy. There are also concerns for prostrate enlargement for men who receive treatment through hormone replacement therapy. An enlarged prostrate can cause urinary difficulties and increase chances of infection.
Depression may result from a decrease of hormone levels in men. Some doctors prefer prescribing anti-depressants before opting for hormone replacement therapy. Men are not usually as astute to seeking treatment as women are. However, depression can be very serious, especially if thoughts of suicide are present. Sometimes life just seems too overwhelming, with having to work so many hours, not enough sleep, a family to feed, and suffering with male menopause symptoms just adds to the list. Maybe it is time to put one's priorities in order and seek God for help. Participating in regular worship services and reading the Bible helps one to realize that God's children do not have to bear their burdens alone. "God is our refuge and strength, a very present help in trouble." (Psalm 46:1) Learning this can give hope as one learns how to trust Him for a better life. Try taking the family to regular church services and putting God first in everything; doing this will make a difference because putting God first can give assurance that He will give us the strength to carry on.
Some of the benefits that have surfaced from hormone replacement therapy for men have been thicker hair and improved skin, improved sexual desire, increased energy, decrease of irritability, improved mental outlook, and improved muscle mass. Potential risks associated with andropause treatment may include derogatory skin reactions, fluid retention, hair loss, sleep apnea, enlargement of prostrate, urinary difficulties, enlargement of breasts, and excess blood production. There are different types of testosterone therapy available. Injections can be administered in two week intervals, or a patch can be worn for up to seven days, gel or creams are available, and so is oral therapy. Before starting any type of hormone therapy see a physician for the best options and get some advice on the best type of hormone replacement available for increasing testosterone levels.
0 коммент.:
Отправить комментарий