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Speak of menopause and by and large the first thoughts that enter your audience’s minds are of women in the 45-55 year age range. Perhaps somewhat surprisingly, men suffer from menopause just like women do, although their reasons for doing so may vary. In addition, familiarizing yourself with this condition also will help you deal with male menopause’s symptoms which differ somewhat from the condition as it is experienced by women.

Those who experience male menopause often report the symptoms being less bothersome than those reported from women. Andropause, male menopause, is a condition linked to a decline in testosterone levels due to getting older. Those who go through male menopause state their initial symptoms can be quite similar to female menopause symptoms.

- Hot flashes, sudden and recurring episodes of sweating, tender mammary glands, and also an unstable libido are symptoms typically related to female menopause. Andropause sufferers also experience these symptoms; however the level of severity is often varied. Doctors find those who are aware of the frequency and severity of their symptoms are often able to get successful treatment.

Sadly, most men don’t talk often about Andropause and a multitude of men don’t even know the condition exists. Sometimes men become clued into the condition when they or their doctor becomes concerned because Andropause symptoms mimic those associated with kidney and liver disease. Of course, although they may recognize unusual symptoms, men often will not seek out medical help due to fear.

Most anyone will agree that menopause is a condition which is at the very least uncomfortable to deal with. This has led to the resurgence of several over the counter, herbal medicines that are said to treat the hormonal changes associated with the condition. It is noteworthy that none of these substances will actually take care of the condition so much as they will perhaps ease the symptoms.

Those interested in taking herbal supplements should certainly discuss their intended use of any herbal supplementation with their physicians. It’s vital to realize the possible dangers of mixing herbal supplements with existing prescription medications. The combinations can often lead to dangerous systemic reactions that can be life threatening and fatal. However, talking with your doctor can help you determine which herbs can be safely taken with your existing medications.

Andropause is treated by physicians with simple testosterone replacement therapy. In this aspect, the treatment mimics that of female menopause which is usually treated with hormone replacement therapy as well. Sufferers of both forms of menopause have reported that this greatly relieves the symptoms that make them most uncomfortable.

In some cases a concurrent course of treatment will involve talking therapy or counseling sessions, especially when andropause or menopause severely affect the libido. Sexual problems have been determined to be a premier reason for divorce among older couples, and seeking to avoid this issue is imperative. Additionally, in many cases men have to come to grips with a false but persistent impression of a loss of manhood.

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