Post Date December, 03 2023
No "sexual interest" changes to depression after androgen decline Testosterone is the most important androgen in men, mainly secreted by the testicles. As men enter menopause, testosterone quietly disappears. Testosterone deficiency not only affects sperm production and sexual function, but also can cause hair loss, muscle relaxation and fatigue, and mood deterioration in middle-aged and elderly people.
If you are over 40 years old and have the following symptoms, accompanied by a decrease in testosterone levels, it means that you have entered menopause:
(1) Sexual function symptoms: decreased libido, decreased erectile quality, rapid ejaculation, testicular atrophy, etc.
(2) Mental symptoms: low spirits, sadness, pessimism, disappointment, loss of enthusiasm for life, and mental tension, panic, and suspicion.
(3) Neurological symptoms: cold limbs, numbness and pain, tinnitus, easy sweating, and general fatigue.
(4) Gastrointestinal symptoms: loss of appetite, indigestion, abdominal distension after eating, bitter pantothenic acid in the mouth, constipation or diarrhea.
(5) Cardiovascular symptoms: flushing of the face, palpitations, headache, dizziness.
The symptoms of male menopause are relatively subtle, and clinical missed diagnosis is very serious. Many men believe that the decline in physical strength and sexual desire is due to stress and fatigue. A phenomenon of concern that mental workers are at high risk for becoming "early and older" is the trend towards early menopause in men. Mental workers with high stress and long-term mental stress, such as white-collar workers in the workplace and business leaders, are prone to become high-risk groups for early onset of male menopause, and may enter menopause at the age of 30.
People who engage in mental work but rarely exercise, or who used to exercise regularly but suddenly stopped, are prone to "getting older". On the contrary, those who have more opportunities to go out or exercise regularly have a late onset of menopause. A Japanese study has summarized several occupations prone to male menopausal syndrome: bank clerks, teachers, architects, and corporate elites.
Experts believe that men who are sedentary for a long time are more likely to have menopausal problems. Men who are sedentary for a long time often experience indigestion, lack of energy, and excessive fatigue due to a lack of exercise opportunities. Especially for middle-aged and elderly people, the most intuitive harm is abdominal obesity, which is called military belly. In addition, frequent sitting on a chair can also lead to sluggish reactions and reduced sensory sensitivity, which can lead to sexual dysfunction.
The treatment of male menopause is relatively simple - supplementing androgens (testosterone). Experts say that supplementing testosterone for 3-6 months can smoothly pass menopause. However, men with prostate cancer or breast cancer should not use testosterone treatment. Men with liver damage, sleep apnea and severe heart failure are not recommended to use testosterone treatment. In addition, taking traditional Chinese medicine that nourishes the liver and kidney according to your constitution can also have significant effects.
If menopausal men have significant sexual dysfunction, they can take Viagra under the guidance of a doctor. Many men think of themselves as "kidney deficiency" and use animal whips to tonify. Experts believe that these so-called "tonifying substances" are actually animal proteins, even if they contain some androgens, they no longer have activity when cooked or soaked in alcohol. Eating animal whips is actually a psychological effect.
Male menopause is also a very critical period. During this period, it is necessary to pay attention to rest, alleviate psychological pressure, and families should understand and help men through this period together.
