Another name for the condition of Male Menopause is Andropause. When the name Male Menopause comes up, many think of it as a fluke, and no such thing is present in actuality. It is also a viewpoint of some scientists; as this condition is arrived on through a gradual process and is not like that of women menopause.
This condition is normally arrived at after an age of 40 (that is, way into the middle age) and mainly concerns a collection of changes in the reproductive system. It affects the individual by decreasing the testosterone levels, night sweats, mood swings, mental awareness, sexual drive, overall energy of the person some other psychological conditions.
Testosterone
This testosterone is a vital element in our body. It specializes in the developing and maintaining the ‘male-ness’ of an individual. It also contributes to other things such as RBC (red blood cells/ corpuscles) production, maintaining the sex drive, fat distribution and bone density, strength and stamina of an individual and sperm count and production.
Normally, this condition kicks in due to the ageing process, in an individual. The process of ageing cannot be tamed, but this particular condition may be decreased in its gravity, and sometimes even, reversed. This is done by Hormone Replacement Therapy or HRT.
Hormone Replacement Therapy
Hormone Replacement Therapy (HRT), or Testosterone Replacement Therapy, can provide a certain kind of relief to men of all ages. Men with this particular condition kicking in, men with the low testosterone level, etc. will gain from the application of this treatment. It is used to bring up the level of testosterone and maintain its normal level. Through the years of its usage, it has been found to be highly effective and has served for the improvement and proper functionality of the individual.
Application
The application of this Hormone Replacement therapy can be via a number of means. It’s proven effective in the form of injections, (applied over a period of time, after every 2nd or 3rd week), testosterone gels and patches. Patches are to be worn on the scrotum and has the advantage of being applied daily; whereas gels are applied on the shoulder plates, upper abdomen, and upper arms.
Results
One may expect a near-perfect recovery, and sometimes, even more than that. The HRT can put a rise in energy, endurance, sexual drive, mental clarity and alertness; if the person has problems concerning erection, HRT may also be able to help this condition. HRT can negate almost all the symptoms and signs of Andropause and cure the person.