Andropause Treatment in Boca Raton, FL

Andropause has become a buzz word in recent years - widely discussed and often misunderstood. Not all men experience Andropause. Estimates range from as low as 10 percent to as high as 40 percent of males develop the condition. Even if hormone imbalances develop over time and lead to Andropause, some men experience no symptoms. If they do, many simply attribute the symptoms to “getting older” or point to a chronic medical condition as the cause.

Most men don’t even realize their symptoms can be treated. They can also be hesitant to admit they are experiencing many of them. There can sometimes be a shame factor associated with Andropause. Dr. Borenstein has been able to successfully treat most of his patients who suffer with Andropause. There’s no need to endure the symptoms alone in what could be the best years of a man’s life.

At Manhattan Integrative Medicine of South Florida, located in Boca Raton, we can help you put an end to Andropause. To schedule your consultation with Florida’s top integrative and functional medicine doctor who specializes in hormonal and sexual health issues like Andropause, complete the form below or call us at (754) 247-0122 today!

What is Andropause?

Andropause is a constellation of symptoms that develop gradually due to low levels of testosterone and other sex hormones. The clinical term is Male Climacteric Andropause, referring to the decline of androgen hormones in aging males. These are hormones that help regulate male bodily functions like metabolism, energy and sexuality. When the male body’s hormonal production – which occurs in the testicles and endocrine glands – begins to decline or becomes imbalanced, these telltale symptoms develop, like low libido, erectile dysfunction, low energy, loss of muscle mass, and more.

Sometimes it’s referred to as Low Testosterone or “Low T” – but Low Testosterone is actually a separate medical condition.

Andropause is often commonly called “male menopause,” which is not an accurate characterization. The condition is quite different from what women experience with menopause. For women, the change in hormonal levels that occurs with menopause is abrupt and marks the end of their reproductive cycle. For men, the condition develops gradually as levels of testosterone and other sex hormones decline over time. Unlike women, they can still have children, but the symptoms can affect sexual interest and performance as well as overall quality of life. Those are similarities that Andropause and menopause share.

While many men shrug it off as a normal part of the aging process, researchers increasingly believe that such symptoms should be addressed clinically – not only to address quality of life issues, but for long-term health and wellness.

Causes of Andropause

Hormone production in the testicles of a male goes down with the progression of age. As men age, their pituitary gland produces less luteinizing hormone, which is necessary to stimulate testosterone production in the testes. Other possible causes of Andropause include issues with testicular function. Losing testicular function due to diseases, accidents, or surgical/medical castration can also lead to Andropause.

Risk Factors for Andropause

Andropause can impact any man – regardless of general health condition. It can develop at any age, in any ethnicity, but common risk factors include:

• Age: Between the age of 50 to 60, up to 40 percent of the male population may experience Andropause. The chances of Andropause keep growing with each passing year. In the age group of 80 and above, more than 90 percent of men experience Andropause. Men who are concerned about this condition, particularly in the younger age groups, should consult a physician and seek appropriate treatment.

Other common risk factors include:

• Medications
• Chronic diseases like diabetes, heart disease and even sleep apnea or HIV
• Obesity
• Cancer treatment
• Sedentary lifestyle
• Smoking
• Excessive alcohol consumption
• Drug use, especially opioids
• Poor diet
• Stress
• Sleep problems
• Lack of social connection
• Hypothyroidism
• Cancer treatments
• Anti-Androgens (contained in many hair loss treatments)

Symptoms of Andropause

The impact that Andropause can have on your life can be non-existent, mild or severe – from an occasional inconvenience to complete disability. Allowed to develop unchecked, it can lead to other conditions like profound depression in men. If sexual function is impacted, some men isolate socially, which is not good for mental or physical health.

Reduced sexual drive and erectile dysfunction are common symptoms of Andropause. These conditions may be accompanied by:

• Fatigue
• Anger and other emotional issues
• Frequent change of mood
• Reduction in muscle mass
• Loss of body hair
• Decrease in bone density
• Excess fat around internal organs diminishing intellectual activity
• Depression
• Poor spatial orientation

Over time, people experience poor quality of life as their number one symptom. Other medical complications can also develop.

A proper diagnosis is required for effective treatment. Understanding whether you are dealing with natural, age-related Andropause or Low T caused by other factors is the next step in your diagnosis and treatment journey.

Diagnosing Andropause

Other medical conditions can mimic the symptoms of Andropause, so it is important to accurately diagnose your particular condition with a comprehensive medical evaluation and thorough testing. Not everyone seeks help with Andropause. Men generally don’t like discussing sexual health issues with other people – even with a doctor.

But it’s important to seek a proper diagnosis. Not only can severe Andropause be accompanied by symptoms that cause unnecessary suffering, but hormone imbalances or decline can also sometimes lead to serious medical conditions if left untreated – like heart disease and bone loss.

If you are experiencing symptoms of Andropause, our goal is to uncover the source of your symptoms, so that we can effectively diagnose and treat your condition. At Manhattan Integrative Medicine of South Florida, located in Boca Raton, FL, we have a great deal of experience in diagnosing Andropause and have had great success in treating the condition among our patients.

Treatment Options for Andropause

Dr. Borenstein will create a customized treatment plan for your specific health concerns to restore your hormonal health. Bioidentical hormone replacement therapy is a natural step to take if your tests show that you are deficient in certain hormones, or if your hormones have become imbalanced.

Lifestyle changes, like incorporating more movement into your life and changing what you eat, are a good place to start. Medical weight loss using Tirzepatide or Semaglutide can also address excess weight, which is a significant contributing risk factor for Andropause.

Testing and treating thyroid dysfunction can in some cases help resolve hormonal issues – or at the very least reduce them.

As one of the top functional medicine doctors in Florida, Dr. Borenstein offers the most effective treatment options for Andropause. There are so many effective treatment options available for Andropause and other hormonal and sexual health issues, so schedule your consultation today.

What to Expect from a Hormonal and Sexual Health Consultation

Our approach always involves seeing the human body as a single entity rather than as individual organs or metabolic processes. Since every part of the body is interconnected with every other part, any illness that affects one specific part of the body has a profound impact on the rest.

At Manhattan Integrative Medicine in Boca Raton, FL, we offer the most up-to-date testing and diagnostics, along with a cutting-edge functional and integrative medicine approach and a powerful focus on prevention, so you can avoid illness, injury and disease and maintain renewed health and freedom from troublesome symptoms that come with conditions like Andropause.

We recommend that you prepare a list of current symptoms – whether or not they are related to your Andropause - prior to your first consultation. On your first visit, Dr. Borenstein will discuss your family medical history, personal medical history, lifestyle, daily stressors, diet, exercise habits, and current medications. He may also conduct blood, saliva or urine tests, as necessary.

Request your consultation today.

Dr. David Borenstein is a top functional medicine practitioner in Florida who recognizes that each individual patient requires a prevention and treatment regimen tailored to an individual health profile and specific medical and family history. Dr. Borenstein has an established history of helping his patients heal from illness and restore overall health and longevity.

Call Manhattan Integrative Medicine in Boca Raton FL at (754) 247-0122 for an initial phone consultation or complete our quick online form.

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