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Treatment of Male Menopause
Treatment of Male Menopause There are many ways to cope with the symptoms of male
menopause. The following tips may ease the symptoms and help you to cope in general with the many changes
(physiological, emotional and mental) that occur during male menopause. Physiological: Give your body what it
craves by nourishing it with a diet of low-fat and high-fiber. Exercise on a regular basis by doing something that
you enjoy with a friend or group of friends. It is also helpful to get lots of rest at night and if needed during
the day as well. Alcohol or caffeine may aggravate your symptoms so avoid or at least limit your consumption of
alcoholic beverages and also beverages and foods containing caffeine. Drinking lots of water is also very
beneficial for your body. There are many other ways to relieve stress like taking up a hobby, sharing some time
with a neighbor or close friend. Your medical professional should carefully consider testosterone replacement
therapy. There is a slight risk for prostate cancer when males have a susceptibility to prostate cancer. There are
two types of hormone replacement synthetic and natural. Searching the Internet for hormone replacement can lead you
to much research on the topic. You can locate many natural sources of hormone therapy that you can share with your
medical professional. The hormones that decrease as males age are: testosterone, thyroid, DHEA and human growth
hormone (HGH). Hormone replacement therapy can be safe as long as the hormones used are natural and not synthetic.
Natural bio-identical hormones are those that are identical to those that the body produces. A huge part of coping
with the physiological aspects of male menopause is understanding the connection between the pituitary in the
brain, and the testicles with the symptoms males experience as the hormone levels decrease. When there is a balance
in the levels of these hormones males feel better. Treatment should be all about maintaining that balance.
Therefore the treatment plan should involve blood tests before treatment begins, following treatment has initiated
and during treatment at regular intervals. A healthcare professional should monitor both the treatments and the
monitoring of hormone levels. Emotional: Treating the emotional roller coaster that males undergo is much like
treating the females going through the menopause period of their life. Getting someone to a level state of emotions
involves introducing a calming and serene atmosphere in whatever form the individual responds to. It might mean
having time at a Spa, or walking along a hiking trail, or spending time relaxing with a favorite book. Sometimes
the emotions can heal when not only peace is restored but also the individual can again find a sense of self-worth.
Sometimes the best therapy is volunteerism, getting involved in the needs of others can have a very freeing effect
on individual whom are wrapped in turmoil. It also helps to have the emotional support of spouse/partner/family or
friends. Mental: Treatment is used to allow a change for the positive in the way we think about others and
ourselves. Aromatherapy is one natural treatment that can bring about calm, a sense of balance and can help to
rejuvenate the male body, mind and spirit. The use of essential oils has been used in France and by many
practitioners when working with their clients has seen improvements. Essential oils are any natural organized
substance that is produced by bark, beans, blossoms, fruits, herbs, leaves, sacs, seeds, or rinds. Talking with
others who understand and can sympathize with what males are experiencing as they go through this phase of their
lives. If there are not already groups set up, speak with community groups like those at community centers and
churches to see if one can be set up.
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The crisis becomes most apparent if they struggle with how to cope with these realizations or have trouble expressing their feelings or both.
Male Menopause:
Male menopause describes a set of symptoms concerning physical ailments. The changes in the male body occur gradually starting around age 35 and continuing through the 80's. The symptoms become more noticeable around age 45 or 50 when the lowered testosterone level drops low enough to cause symptoms.
The physical results of lowered testosterone caused more than just sexual symptoms, it can cause a loss of bone mass that contributes to the occurrence of hip fractures.
The sexual symptoms of male menopause that do not occur with a mid-life crisis are:
An obvious decrease in sexual drive
Erections are not as strong as usual leading to an inability to perform
Non-sexual symptoms are:
General lack of energy
Noticeable decrease in endurance or strength
Depression, being sad or grumpy more so than is typical
Irritable
Extreme fatigue
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Male Menopause Tips and Facts.
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