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Andropause

Meaning

Andropause, often clinically termed Late-Onset Hypogonadism or Age-Related Testosterone Deficiency, describes the gradual decline in bioavailable testosterone levels and the corresponding clinical symptoms experienced by some aging males. This physiological process is not an abrupt cessation like menopause but rather a slow, progressive reduction in gonadal function and subsequent endocrine signaling. Symptoms can include reduced libido, fatigue, decreased muscle mass, increased visceral adiposity, and subtle neurocognitive changes.