4. Men-O-Pause (Andropause)
Ah, the joys of aging! The body just completely changes with the more birthdays that pass. As women age, they experience menopause, and men are not out of the woods with this one. Andropause is the male equivalent of menopause. Similar to menopause, men face effects that women do and then some. Testosterone levels decreased, sex drive lowers, fatigue prevails, mood swings arise, a loss in interest ensues as well as muscle mass deteriorating. This is not restricted to just older males but can occur in the younger generation due to drugs, genes or diabetes. A major symptom of andropause includes erectile dysfunction and lower semen levels. Testosterone stimulating brain receptors release nitric oxide helping to relax muscles in the penis allowing blood flow for an erection. As sex drive decreases, lower levels of testosterone is available to stimulate the brain nerves and causes ED. There are many solutions to this provided from a doctor’s visit or testosterone replacement therapy.
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