Male Menopause: Suriving Your 'Midlife Crisis'

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Male Menopause
Surviving your 'midlife crisis'


(HealthDay News) -- For men who believe they are going through the proverbial midlife crisis, some doctors say you may actually be experiencing andropause, a male version of menopause.

Andropause is becoming more widely recognized and accepted by physicians for the changes many middle-aged men experience -- from depression and loss of libido to sexual dysfunction.

According to Australia's Monash University Medicine, Nursing and Health Services, here's what you can do to alleviate symptoms of andropause:

Maintain a healthy diet, which includes a balanced amount of vegetables, fruits, meats, fish and diary products.

Engage in regular exercise, including aerobic, muscular, and flexibility activities.

Get regular health checkups. Regular health care visits and screenings can help prevent conditions such as heart problems, stroke, and cancers of the testicles and prostate.

Check hormone levels as you get older. Generally between ages 40 and 55, a number of important hormone levels in a man's body begin to decline.

Reduce stress and worry. Stress is a major source of trouble for men at midlife. Exercise and relaxation help reduce stress, as does talking to your partners, friends, and family about your problems.

Get plenty of sleep.


-- Nancyann Rel