Testosterone deficiency (hypogonadism)
What to do
If you're experiencing any of the above symptoms, see your GP. They'll ask about your work and personal life, to see if your symptoms may be caused by a mental health issue, such as stress or anxiety.
If stress or anxiety are affecting you, you may benefit from medication or a talking therapy, such as cognitive behavioural therapy (CBT) . Exercise and relaxation can also help.Read about:
- stress management
- treating anxiety
- help for low mood and depression
- exercise for depression and exercise to relieve stress
Medically Reviewed by a doctor on 21 Dec 2018
Introduction
Read about male menopause, where some men develop depression, loss of sex drive, erectile dysfunction and other physical and emotional symptoms when they reach their late 40s to early 50s.
Is there sucha thing as a 'male menopause'?
The "male menopause" (sometimes called the "andropause") is an unhelpful term sometimes used in the media to explain the above symptoms. This label ismisleading because it suggests the symptoms are t
Personal or lifestyle issues
Lifestyle factors or psychological problems are often responsible for many of the symptoms described above. For example, erectile dysfunction , loss of libido andmood swingsmay bethe result of either
What to do
If you're experiencing any of the above symptoms, see your GP. They'll ask about your work and personal life, to see if your symptoms may be caused by a mental health issue, such as stress or anxiety.
Do I need HRT?
Your GP may also order ablood test to measure your testosterone levels. If the results suggest you have a testosterone deficiency, you may be referred to an endocrinologist (a specialist in hormone pr
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