The Prevalence of Andropause and Its Relationship With Sexual Quality of Life Among Older Iranian Men

Abstract

Available evidence indicates insufficient knowledge about the status of andropause and sexual quality of life among Iranian older men. The study aimed to investigate the prevalence of andropause and its relationship with sexual quality among older adults. This descriptive-analytical study was conducted among 576 older people referred to urban health centers in Mashhad, Iran. The eligible samples were selected through the cluster sampling method. To collect data, the male andropause symptoms’ self-assessment questionnaire and the sexual quality of life-male were used. Forty-seven of the respondents ( n = 271) were diagnosed with a “moderate” level of andropause. A strong negative correlation was identified between the sexual quality of life and the severity of andropause ( r = −.366, p < .001). Sexual quality of life and andropause was also affected by age, marital status, health status, and exercise. Thirty-six percent of the changes in the quality of sexual life of older men were influenced by the independent variables (adjusted R2 = .36; R2 = .40; R = .63). The findings indicated that andropause has highly prevailed among the participants. There was a meaningful association between andropause and sexual quality of life among older men. Further studies are recommended to investigate sexual orientation qualitatively and to discover other factors influencing andropause among adult men.

The Impact of a Web-Based Educational Initiative in Malang Regency: Enhancing Late Onset Hypogonadism (LOH) Awareness Through Community Service

“…1 The initiation of LOH is influenced by a myriad of factors, encompassing non-modifiable elements like age and modifiable ones such as smoking, nutritional status, lifestyle, stress, and underlying medical conditions. [2][3][4] LOH does not exhibit pathognomonic symptoms; however, typical presentations include erectile dysfunction, diminished sexual activity and libido, weakened muscle strength, gynecomastia, and a reduction in testicular volume. Aspects like decreased motivation, concentration, memory, heightened susceptibility to depression, and insomnia are also commonly noted in individuals with LOH.…”

“…Aspects like decreased motivation, concentration, memory, heightened susceptibility to depression, and insomnia are also commonly noted in individuals with LOH. 2,[4][5][6][7][8] The decrease in serum testosterone typically initiates around the age of 30 and undergoes a more pronounced decline post the age of 40, giving rise to clinical manifestations including sexual dysfunction, diminished libido, cognitive impairment, and diminished physical strength. 9 These complaints often cause anxiety in men who are unsure where to seek treatment.…”