Men can experience hormonal imbalance at any point in life, however most men reach peak levels of testosterone decline around middle-age. At this point, symptoms, such as mood swings, sleep problems, sexual dysfunction, and more can begin to occur at a greater frequency and with more intensity. When a man is afflicted with multiple symptoms related to low testosterone, it is often called andropause or “the male menopause.”
Men may experience other forms of hormone imbalance, including thyroid disorder, adrenal fatigue and erectile dysfunction. A provider trained and certified in hormone health cannot help men identify the root cause of their symptoms and offer comprehensive treatment plans.
HORMONE IMBALANCE SYMPTOMS IN MEN MAY INCLUDE:
If you are experiencing one of these symptoms on a frequent basis or multiple symptoms with increasing regularity, it is time to speak with a provider trained and certified in hormone health. EVEXIAS Health Solutions trains providers to assess your symptoms, lab results, and discuss how your life has changed since symptoms began. He/she can develop a complete treatment plan that includes bioidentical hormone replacement therapy, advanced nutraceuticals, and other integrated functional medicine therapies that help reduce stress and lower risk of disease.
ANDROPAUSE OR LOW TESTOSTERONE IN MEN
On average, testosterone production decreases in men by approximately two percent each year, reaching peak declines around middle age. A 70-year-old man has about one-third of the testosterone he had as a 20-something.
Men often dismiss the signs of andropause or low testosterone as aging or stress, which can lead to other conditions or even progress into disease. Low testosterone is correlated with heart attack, stroke, and high blood pressure. If you notice one or more symptoms such as muscle loss or trouble building muscle mass, irritability or depression, sexual dysfunction, trouble sleeping or lagging energy, it’s time to take action. Low testosterone can quickly become a bigger issue for aging men, making it essential for men to seek treatment when symptoms initially appear.