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Impotence, irritability, fatigue may be signs of "male menopause"

November 25, 2008
A recent study has found that as many as one in five men could be suffering from a health condition known as "male menopause." The technical name for the condition is andropause, and like menopause it is caused by a decline in the sex hormones, including testosterone. This decline can lead to a low sex drive, irritability, weight gain, sweating, and fatigue. Experts say that most men do not need hormone replacement therapy for their symptoms, since unlike female menopause the decreasing hormone ... Read more »

Expert & Community Posts

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Hormone Therapy FAQs: How Do Hormones Fit Into Breast Cancer Treatment?
By PJ Hamel , Health Expert

...they do during menopause), we feel it. Hot flashes, weight gain, sleeplessness, and nasty mood... Read more »

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Leaky Pipes and What To Do About Them
By Toni Hurst , Health Expert

...Most of us can deal with hot flashes (barely), the weight gain and the mood swings, but perhaps... Read more »

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Risk of Breast Cancer Recurrence: Do You Get the Message?
By PJ Hamel , Health Expert

...do, if today marks your “ah-ha!” moment. 1) Weight gain. The most prevalent type of breast... Read more »

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Want To Lower Your Breast Cancer Risk?
By PJ Hamel , Health Expert

...areas we can definitely exercise control around: weight gain, and HRT (hormone replacement... Read more »

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HRT, Oncotype DX, And Effective Breast Exams: News From The SABCS
By PJ Hamel , Health Expert

...estrogen/progesterone replacements to alleviate the hot flashes, weight gain, horrible mood... Read more »

Health Guide

Breast Cancer: Lifestyle Changes
...who received raloxifene tended to experience more musculoskeletal problems, sexual dysfunction, and weight gain.Although the STAR study suggested that raloxifene is less likely to cause blood... Read more »
Endometriosis: Hysterectomy
...premature menopause.Other menopausal symptoms include vaginal dryness and irritation, insomnia, and weight gain.The most important complications occur in women who have had their ovaries removed.... Read more »
Uterine Fibroids and Hysterectomy: Hysterectomy
...premature menopause. Other menopausal symptoms include vaginal dryness and irritation, insomnia, and weight gain.The most important complications occur in women who have had their ovaries removed.... Read more »
Allergic Rhinitis: Diagnosis
...discharge and obstruction in only one nasal passage could suggest a tumor. Fatigue, sensitivity to cold, weight gain, and depression may be signs of hypothyroidism.Physical ExaminationThe doctor... Read more »
Menopause: Lifestyle Changes
...risk for breast cancer, but the risk associated with mild to moderate drinking is small.Controlling Weight GainMany women need to increase physical activity and reduce caloric intake before and... Read more »

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