Andropause (Male Menopause)
Male hormone levels decline with age. Testosterone is the primary male hormone. Testosterone peaks during adolescence and early adulthood. After age 30, your testosterone level declines, typically about 1 percent a year. It is not uncommon for males to feel preandropause symptoms in their late 30's and 40's.
Andropause is associated with low male hormone levels and can cause physical, mental and emotional complaints.
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Do you have any of these signs or symptoms?
1. Low energy, fatigue
2. Poor concentration, confusion
3. Loss of mental focus
4. Memory loss
5. Fewer sexual thoughts
6. Low sex drive (libido)
7. Erectile dysfunction
8. Loss of early morning erections
9. Irritability, moodiness
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10. Depression, sadness
11. Poor stamina
12. Poor endurance
13. Decreased muscle mass
14. Decreased strength
15. Increased body fat
16. Loss of height
17. Sleep difficulties/insomnia
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Laboratory Evaluation
Male hormones levels including free and total Testosterone are obtained as part of your Comprehensive Laboratory Evaluation. Other tests include PSA, DHEA-S, LH, FSH, Prolactin, Estradiol, SHBG, Dihydrotestosterone (DHT), Electrolytes, Liver function, Kidney function, Complete blood count, Thyroid hormones, Vitamin levels, Iron levels and Lipid panel.
If you receive hormone replacement, laboratory evaluation will be performed periodically to monitor treatment effect on hormone levels.
Additional Diagnostic Testing
Magnetic Resonance Imaging (MRI), Ultrasound, and Bone Densitometry studies may be necessary.
Medical Specialty Referral(s)
Endocrinology, Urology and other medical specialty referral(s) may be necessary. HealthSmart M.D. will provide you with the necessary specialty referral(s) or you can choose a medical specialist(s) on your managed care plan.
Treatment Options
Male hormone deficiency can be treated with:
1. Natural supplements
2. Compounded hormones
3. Hormone gel - Androgel, Testim
4. Hormone injections - Testosterone Cypionate, Testosterone Enanthate, HCG
We will discuss the risks and benefits of each treatment option and customize a program that is right for you.
*Testosterone and related compounds are classified as Schedule III controlled substances. They will only be prescribed for legitimate medical purposes.*
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Menopause
Female hormone levels decline with age. Estrogen and progesterone are the primary female hormones. Menopause is the period in a woman's life when her ovaries stop producing eggs, her body produces less estrogen and progesterone, and menstruation becomes less frequent, eventually stopping. No menstrual period for 12 consecutive months means natural menopause has occured, usually between the ages of 45 and 55. A few years before menopause age, periods may become irregular. They may be normal for a few months and then stop for another few months; they may be more or less intense; the duration and flow may start to vary.
Women begin to experience a gradual slowdown of their reproductive cycle between their 30's and 40's which may result in premenopause symptoms.
Menopause is associated with low female hormone levels and can cause physical, mental and emotional complaints.
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Do you have any of these signs or symptoms?
1. Changes in menstrual periods
2. Hot flashes and night sweats
3. Vaginal dryness
4. Memory loss and Forgetfulness
5. Frequent urination
6. Headaches
7. Palpitations
8. Joint pain
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9. Heart pounding or racing
10. Thinner skin and wrinkles
11. Thinner hair and hair color loss
12. Irritability, moodiness
13. Depression, sadness
14. Weight gain
15. Increased body fat
16. Loss of height
17. Sleep difficulties/insomnia
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Laboratory Evaluation
Female hormones levels including Estradiol and Progesterone are obtained as part of your Comprehensive Laboratory Evaluation. Other tests include LH, FSH, Prolactin, SHBG, DHEA-S, Free and Total Testosterone, Electrolytes, Liver function, Kidney function, Complete blood count, Thyroid hormones, Vitamin levels, Iron levels and Lipid panel.
If you receive hormone replacement, laboratory evaluation will be performed periodically to monitor treatment effect on hormone levels.
Additional Diagnostic Testing
Magnetic Resonance Imaging (MRI), Ultrasound, and Bone Densitometry studies may be necessary.
Medical Specialty Referral(s)
Endocrinology, Gynecology and other medical specialty referral(s) may be necessary. HealthSmart M.D. will provide you with the necessary specialty referral(s) or you can choose a medical specialist(s) on your managed care plan.
Treatment Options
Female hormone deficiency can be treated with:
1. Natural supplements
2. Compounded hormones
3. Pharmaceutical hormones
4. Hormone cream
5. Hormone patch
We will discuss the risks and benefits of each treatment option and customize a program that is right for you.
*We recommend that you discuss your female hormone replacement therapy with your Gynecologist.*
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