2023-07-04 21:52:01
Podcast Women like you, episode 11: Andropause, a well-kept secret!
It was after listening to our first podcast on menopause that gentlemen, suffering from symptoms similar to those we mentioned during this episode, suggested that we make a podcast episode on andropause. It was enough for Vicky and I to go ahead with this idea, especially since we believe that this subject is likely to interest not only men, but also women who have a partner who has come to this phase of their life.
Andropause, a taboo subject
We have collected several testimonials from men who have revealed to us, on condition of anonymity, the embarrassment they feel talking about it to those around them and even to their doctor. Those who dare to talk about it are most often the victims of bad jokes from both women and men. It is their virility that is most often called into question. It is therefore not surprising that this subject is still taboo. According to some studies, barely 25% of men talk to their doctor about it. It also seems that even doctors are uncomfortable discussing andropause with their patients. All the more reason to talk about it!
A necessary discussion
Once again, we invited Vicky P. Buteau, hormone therapy nurse at Dr. Marie-Josée Dubois’ global medicine and health clinic in Sherbrooke, to enlighten us on the subject. In particular, she tells us about the solutions available to men who are bothered by one or more symptoms.
As discussed in the two episodes about menopause, the number and intensity of symptoms vary from man to man. The same is true for reactions or responses to the various treatments available to them. This is why it is important that every man, struggling with the inconveniences caused by andropause, consults a health professional in order to assess what is best for him. It is important to specify here that the comments made by Vicky P. Buteau, in the context of this podcast, do not constitute a consultation in itself.
Lift the veil on andropause
We dare to express the wish that listening to this episode will be an opportunity to open, if it has not already been done, the discussion between you and your partner on what he may be experiencing and the consequences, if any. , about your relationship.
Good listening!
Carolle
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For more information, here is a reference book:
The couple on a break “Better understand and experience menopause and andropause”, Author: Dr Jean Drouin
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