Understanding Male Menopause
Hypogonadism is the general medical term for when a man’s body does not produce enough testosterone.
There can be many reasons for this condition to occur, from congenital defects to disease or injuries to the testicles.
When doctors issue a medical diagnosis of “male hypogonadism,” it is usually in children and younger adult males and due to any number of “primary” causes such as undescended testicles or Klinefelter syndrome.
However, the drop in testosterone as all men age can also be considered a “secondary” cause of hypogonadism and could be described as “age-related hypogonadism.” This condition, caused by age-related testosterone decline, is also known as “andropause,” or more simply, “low testosterone.”
Age-related Hypogonadism
You are probably familiar with the condition women go through when they reach a certain age called menopause. The onset of menopause begins when women cease menstruating and usually occurs on average around the age of 51.
But men also experience a drop in critical hormones as they age, most notably testosterone. This condition is often referred to as “andropause” or “low testosterone,” but it could also be referred to as “age-related hypogonadism.”
But no matter what you call it, the symptoms all relate to the decline of the levels of testosterone in your bloodstream.
As the production of testosterone steadily decreases beginning around the age of 40, you may start to feel the effects of age-related hypogonadism requiring andropause treatment such as:
- Weakness and fatigue
- Slowing metabolism and weight gain
- Lack of energy or decreased stamina
- Depression, anxiety, and other changes in mood
- Sexual issues
Just as years ago, doctors discovered that hormone replacement therapy could be very helpful for women dealing with the worst symptoms of menopause; testosterone replacement therapy is now being used as a very safe and effective treatment for men suffering from age-related hypogonadism or andropause.
What Every Man Needs to Know Testosterone Replacement and Andropause Treatment
Andropause is also known as hypogonadism or, more simply, “low testosterone.”
But, no matter what you call it, the condition involves a drop in testosterone production that becomes more dramatic in men over the age of 45.
Doctors treat andropause or age-related testosterone deficiency with testosterone replacement therapy. It is an unfortunate fact of life that a man’s testosterone level drops as he ages.
Once you are over 35, you can expect to lose testosterone at a rate of 1% to 2% every year. This is what is so important for men to understand the many benefits of testosterone replacement therapy.
Prescription testosterone replacement therapy for men is available via injection, topical creams or gels, skin patches, subdermal pellets, or oral medication. We specialize in bioidentical pellet therapies.
Testosterone replacement therapy is only available with a doctor’s prescription. You cannot buy testosterone online or anywhere without a doctor’s prescription. While any doctor can write you a prescription for testosterone replacement therapy, you should work with a clinic like Dallas Anti-Aging and Wellness that specializes in age optimization services and age-related hormone decline.
The Dallas Anti-Aging and Wellness is a member of the American Academy of Anti-Aging Medicine. Our commitment is to help our patients feel young, youthful, and energized.
We offer bioidentical hormone therapy treatments as well as highly specialized procedures designed to meet the personal needs of our patients and to reverse the effects of aging and energy loss caused by menopause or andropause. Working with our highly trained and professional staff, you’ll be able to achieve a renewed outlook and regain the vitality of your youth.
Our medical director is Dr. Escobar, a Texas licensed physician, has been practicing internal medicine for the last 25 years. Dr. Escobar has experience with treating erectile dysfunction, balancing hormones with hormone pellet therapy, and has been trained in aesthetic procedures with Botox® and facial fillers. Dr. Escobar has a warm bedside manner and spends time with his patients listening to their symptoms and is bi-lingual. He is also a member of the Texas Medical Association and the American Academy of Anti-Aging (A4M), where his training specifically focused on endocrinology.
“All I can say is that I wish I discovered this place 20 years ago! Now I have tons of energy, I’m sleeping well, I’m hitting the gym and seeing results, and my love life couldn’t be any better!”
Jason D. Southlake, TX
If you would like to learn a little bit more about the many life-changing benefits of andropause treatment through testosterone replacement therapy, please click here to contact us today or call us at (214) 646-1523.
