Volunteering is also effective.
Compared to female menopause, male menopause is less common, so patients receive less support from the government and health services.
Symptoms of male menopause are similar to depression and post-Covid-19 psychological disorders, making it difficult for patients to recognize, especially those who are uncomfortable sharing their condition.
Recently, the number of male menopausal patients in outpatient specialist clinics has increased.
Some experts say the increase could be due to physical distancing, which reduces the chances of exposure to the environment and those around them.
However, many men still do not fully understand this issue.
In March, the Ministry of Health conducted the first survey on menopausal and menopausal disorders in men and women.
15.7% of men in their 50s responded that they had a “full understanding” of menopause.
While the figure for females is 42.4%.
Early detection of menopausal symptoms shortens the duration of treatment.
Therefore, timely consultation is very important.
However, there are currently quite a few patient clinics that can come to exchange information.
Japan also does not yet have patient associations or specialty outpatient facilities.
“I wish I had the opportunity to hear about symptoms other than my own and learn more to make a full recovery,” said one male patient.
