Mobidoctor Podcast5 Apr 2024

Evidence For Male Menopause

Is male menopause real, and what does the medical evidence say in Europe?

Male menopause explained: late-onset hypogonadism, age-related testosterone decline, symptoms, blood testing, and treatment criteria.

In this episode, we examine the evidence behind so-called “male menopause” and how doctors distinguish normal ageing from clinically significant testosterone deficiency.

You’ll learn:

• Why testosterone levels gradually decline with age

• The difference between age-related changes and pathological hypogonadism

• Common symptoms: low libido, fatigue, reduced muscle mass, mood changes

• Why symptoms alone are not enough for diagnosis

• The requirement for repeat morning testosterone blood tests

• Risks and monitoring requirements of testosterone replacement therapy (TRT)

• Situations where TRT requests may be declined without confirmed deficiency

We explain how doctors assess hormone levels, cardiovascular risk, sleep apnoea risk, prostate history, fertility plans, and overall symptom pattern during an online consultation in the EU. Age-related testosterone decline does not automatically require treatment.

This episode reflects the clinical standards used by Mobi Doctor, where hormone-related consultations are reviewed by a registered physician in line with EU prescribing guidance.

Read the full guide and transcript here:

https://www.mobidoctor.eu/blog/evidence-for-male-menopause

Denne episoden er hentet fra en åpen RSS-feed og er ikke publisert av Podme. Den kan derfor inneholde annonser.

Episoder(874)

Early Signs Of Genital Warts

What are the early signs of genital warts?Genital warts are caused by certain strains of the human papillomavirus (HPV). They often appear as small growths in the genital or anal area and may develop ...

24 Feb 15min

Erection Problems Due To Antidepressants

Can antidepressants cause erection problems?Erection problems due to antidepressants are a recognised side effect, particularly with certain selective serotonin reuptake inhibitors (SSRIs). In this ep...

24 Feb 8min

The Effects Of Herpes On The Penis

What are the effects of herpes on the penis?Genital herpes on the penis is caused by herpes simplex virus (HSV-1 or HSV-2) and can lead to painful blisters, ulcers, and recurrent outbreaks. In this ep...

24 Feb 26min

Signs Of Chlamydia

What are the signs of chlamydia — and can you have it without symptoms?Chlamydia is a common sexually transmitted infection (STI) caused by Chlamydia trachomatis. Many people have no symptoms, which i...

24 Feb 6min

The Herpes Rash

What does a herpes rash look like and how is it diagnosed?A herpes rash is caused by the herpes simplex virus (HSV-1 or HSV-2) and typically presents as painful blisters on the skin or mucous membrane...

24 Feb 9min

What Are Morning Erections?

What are morning erections and are they normal?Morning erections, medically called nocturnal penile tumescence (NPT), are spontaneous erections that occur during sleep or upon waking. In this episode,...

24 Feb 15min

Hyaluronic Acid Benefits: Get The Dewy Glow Of Your Dreams

What are the real benefits of hyaluronic acid for your skin?Hyaluronic acid is a naturally occurring molecule that helps retain moisture in the skin. In this episode, we explain how it works, what it ...

23 Feb 15min

The Link Between Fasting And Hormone Balance

What is the link between fasting and hormone balance?Fasting can influence insulin, cortisol, thyroid hormones, and reproductive hormones. In this episode, we explain how different fasting patterns af...

23 Feb 15min