Blog — andropause

While menopause is a well-known phenomenon in women, many people are unaware that men also experience a similar hormonal decline known as andropause or the male menopause. Andropause is characterized by a decrease in testosterone levels as men age, leading to a range of physical and psychological changes. In this blog, we will explore the impact of andropause on men's health, the symptoms associated with this condition, and the potential imbalances that contribute to it.The Hormonal Changes of AndropauseAs a man ages, his body naturally produces less testosterone, the primary male sex hormone responsible for maintaining various aspects of physical...

As men age, they may experience a decline in testosterone levels which can lead to a range of symptoms commonly referred to as male menopause or andropause. This condition is not as well-known as female menopause, but it can have a significant impact on a man's quality of life. Fortunately, there are treatments available, including hormone testing, to help alleviate the symptoms associated with male menopause. What is Male Menopause? Male menopause is a condition caused by a decline in testosterone levels as a man ages. Testosterone is the primary male sex hormone and is responsible for many of the...

Low testosterone in older men, often referred to as “male menopause” or even “andropause” is fairly well known — and testosterone replacement therapy in this age group has not been without its share of controversy, particularly with respect to heart health. Proper testing and dosing are all-important, as well as understanding a man’s physiology and all the factors that affect testosterone levels. For example, when giving testosterone transdermally it is critical to use testing methods such as dried blood spot or saliva to properly assess absorption of testosterone into the body, avoiding the problem of overdosing to achieve “normal” serum levels. But while...

Men and testosterone therapy have been a hot topic in the news recently. Stories are filled with cautions about the use of testosterone therapy in men causing heart attacks and leading many doctors to question testosterone supplementation. A closer look at the study may provide more insight. The study released is referenced at the end of this post. (1) This study looked at 55,593 men who started testosterone therapy. Some were over the age of 65 and a smaller number were under 65. There are two important subgroups - those with cardiovascular disease and those without. The study also looked...

BY Dr. Allison Smith ZRT Laboratory SHBG, or Sex Hormone Binding Globulin, controls testosterone effect in both men and women by modulating changes in sex steroid levels. When SHBG goes up, free testosterone goes down. I like to think of SHBG as a sponge that soaks up androgens and to some degree estrogens as well. Since it binds so specifically and tightly to testosterone, it makes up part of the equation that equals androgen excess or androgen deficiency. Knowing how to manipulate SHBG can be a useful tool in a number of scenarios. Role: Bind to and carry testosterone (and less strongly...