▲ Decreased physical libido is prone to irritability or menopause. Hormone therapy can help relieve the symptoms of male menopause.
In the latest issue, the causes and symptoms of male menopause were explained in detail, and I believe readers will understand that not only women experience menopause. In addition to medications, a healthy lifestyle is also important to effectively manage the symptoms of male menopause.
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How is male menopause diagnosed?
Male menopause can lead to decreased physical function (eg, decreased muscle mass, lack of energy), emotional problems (eg, short temper, depression, anxiety), sexual and urinary symptoms (eg ., decreased libido, impotence, etc.), which are related to other physiological conditions or the symptoms of mental illness are similar and easy to confuse. If the condition is severe enough to affect your daily life, you should consult a doctor as soon as possible to confirm if it is male menopause and conduct a detailed examination to rule out diseases with similar symptoms such as diabetes, thyroid problems, heart disease, problems brain, anxiety and depression. possibility.
If it is male menopause after the exam, the doctor will arrange a blood test and an additional physical exam for the patient to determine if he is suitable for male hormone supplementation.
Hormone therapy relieves symptoms
Male hormone replacement treatments include oral capsules, injections, or skin patches. After receiving the treatment, the symptoms of menopause will actually be alleviated in about three to six weeks. However, male HRT is not suitable for everyone – for example, men with prostate cancer, breast cancer, liver disease, and other health problems should not receive HRT. Also, different medications can be used for sexual function symptoms and emotional symptoms to relieve symptoms, but remember to consult a doctor before using any medications.
Healthy lifestyle, cheerful mood
As a family doctor, the author focuses on treating the whole person: when it comes to patients facing male menopause, they must take into account the three aspects of their physical, psychological and social life to achieve better therapeutic effects. Maintaining a healthy lifestyle is absolutely beneficial and not harmful:
- Avoid smoking and high-fat foods: Studies have shown that smoking and high cholesterol levels increase the risk of early male menopause, so you need to quit smoking and check your cholesterol levels early.
- Regular Exercise: Both aerobic and weight-bearing exercise help maintain muscle and bone mass, as well as increase energy and relaxation.
- Balanced diet
- avoid drinking alcohol
- Maintain an optimistic mood: communicating more with family, colleagues and friends, cultivating good hobbies, will help to cope with emotional problems. If needed, seek professional help such as social workers, clinical psychologists, and doctors.
▲ Family medicine specialist in sanatorium and hospital: Dr. Kwan Chun Man.
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Written by: Dr. Kwan Chun Man, specialist in family medicine, sanatorium and hospital
