We've all heard of the term menopause. However, when we hear the term, we automatically assume it refers to women. What if we told you that men suffer from menopause too? Well, they do. The most prominent difference between male menopause and female menopause is that male menopause often occurs between the ages of 50-60 years.
And just like menopause can make things a lot more difficult for women, it can do the same for men. There are certain health changes that can occur with menopause and men need to be extra careful once they hit that age. Not only does it become important to start leading a healthier life but one must also maintain a positive and optimistic attitude.
Here's a look at all the health changes men go through when they face menopause:
Cardiovascular problems: It's no secret that our organs start to age as we grow older. And when men face menopause their organs get prone to a rapid decline. This can lead to certain cardiovascular problems that can make them experience symptoms like dizziness and palpitations. This is why it becomes even more important for men to exercise and stay fit and healthy as they grow older.
Digestive organs age: Much like the other organs, their digestive organs also start to age rapidly. However, in men, the ageing of digestive organs is more prominent as compared to women. They go through severe bouts of indigestion and bloating as well as atrophy of digestive muscle tissue and glands.
Mental state changes: The secretion of the androgen hormone starts to decline as men start to age. And this has a direct effect on the mental state of men. From intense mood swings to severe anxiety and stress, men can undergo a series of emotional outbursts. Most men are also unable to concentrate at work which leads to a decline in work efficiency. Some men are also prone to memory loss and this makes them slower.
Sexual dysfunction: One of the most prominent side effects of male menopause is sexual dysfunction. It can lead to physiological imbalance and this can also cause apathy.
Insomnia: Menopause is also known to lead to severe insomnia which can also cause certain sleep disorders. This is also why some men tend to wake up multiple times during the night and also constantly feel weak and tired.
All of these changes prove that one must try to stay as fit and healthy as possible so that they don't get too affected by health issues later on. Stay tuned for more updates.
