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Is there really a male menopause?

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Yes, andropause: Male menopause is a slowly steady decline in male hormones such as testosterone, dhea, and growth hormone starting at about 30 and declining 1-3% per year depending on lifestyle. Symptoms are fatigue, irritibility, depression, loss of muscle mass, increase in body fat, decrease memory, focus, concentration, loss of passion and libido. Speak with your physician or a hormone specialist for help.

Answered 5/27/2017

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Dr. Heidi Fowler answered

Specializes in Psychiatry

Male menopause: The term male menopause is used to describe age related decreases in testosterone levels or it's reduced bioavailability. See: http://www.mayoclinic.org/healthy-lifestyle/mens-health/in-depth/male-menopause/art-20048056

Answered 5/28/2017

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