Menopause and Andropause: A Literature Review.

Abstract:

Menopause and andropause are states in which women and men respectively experience cessation (or just gradual reduction, in the case of andropause) of reproductive function, usually around middle age. As everyone who lives long enough will experience either one or the other, it is imperative that all persons be educated on the symptoms of both conditions and how to manage them effectively. This literature review sought to gather information pertaining to menopause and andropause, their symptoms, and the management of those symptoms, in order to help readers better understand and prepare for their occurrence. A search for articles on the Google Scholar and PubMed Central databases published from inception yielded the information on which this article is based. It was discovered that both menopause and andropause are typified by a number of symptoms, and that hormone replacement therapy is the most common treatment for both conditions. There are also non-pharmacological interventions which may ameliorate symptoms. Therefore, with the information available on the management of the symptoms of menopause and andropause, it is possible to enjoy a high quality of life, despite the changes to one’s health that come with aging.