Douglas Miller, M.D. Understanding Low Sex Drive And Hormones In Women While low libido is common during menopause and perimenopause, it often gets lost in the shadows of more “classic” symptoms like hot flashes and mood swings. Because it garners less attention, many women don’t even know there’s a connection between low libido and hormone imbalance. Meanwhile, … Read more
That’s right—men have hot flashes, too. How hot flashes are experienced varies by individual. They may last a few minutes, or as long as an hour. You may get them frequently, or just occasionally. You might feel like you’re “burning up”, or you might break out in a cold sweat. Some men wake up hot … Read more
Memory Loss in Men Brain fog. Poor concentration. Trouble recalling names, and diminished mental acuity. If you aren’t feeling as sharp as you used to, andropause may be to blame. Causes of Memory Loss Testosterone and Thyroid Testosterone and thyroid are the two primary hormones responsible for memory and cognition in men. Deficiencies in these … Read more
Irritability In Men Are you grouchy? Easily frustrated or quick to get angry? More importantly, are your loved ones complaining about it? Welcome to Irritable Male Syndrome. Causes of Irritability Chronic irritability in men is often caused by low testosterone, as well as imbalances in other important hormones like estrogen, thyroid, DHEA, and cortisol. Treatment … Read more
Sleep Apnea in Men Sleep apnea is the periodic cessation of breathing during sleep. In its most severe form, obstructive sleep apnea, it can actually cause a man to wake up gasping for air. Waking up and not being able to breath is unpleasant. But it doesn’t end there. Sleep apnea causes oxygen deprivation, which … Read more
Keeping weight off becomes difficult during andropause. Trying to lose weight when your hormones are out of balance will feel like trying to push a heavy rock up a steep hill. The more out of balance your hormones become, the steeper the hill. Weight Gain Facts Treatment for Weight Gain in Men Here’s our approach: We … Read more
Male hormone deficiency, commonly known as low testosterone (low T), is a condition in which the testicles do not produce sufficient testosterone. This hormone is a cornerstone of male health, crucial in numerous physiological processes. Over time, such a deficiency can manifest as various health risks and related medical issues, ultimately resulting in a decreased quality of … Read more
While a normal part of the aging process, hormone changes like a drop in estrogen, progesterone and testosterone can lead to uncomfortable symptoms. Women experience hormonal changes during perimenopause and menopause, and symptoms like hair loss, weight gain, mood swings and cognitive issues like memory lapses can occur. Understanding the symptoms can help you seek the right … Read more