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The Andropause Mystery: Unraveling Truths About the Male Menopause

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As a licensed nursing facility administrator for the past 10 years, I've had the opportunity to closely observe physiological, psychosocial, and biochemical changes that my elderly male residents exhibited. After reading Dr. Robert Tan's book, I now have a better understanding that the possible root of their depression, memoryloss, and bone loss was hormonal. Like many other geriatric professionals and the public at large, I only believed that this hormonal imbalance could only occur in women. Had I known what I know now from Dr. Tan's research, I could have easily taken steps to promote appropriate treatment plans for my male residents who were probable candidates. Now that Dr. Tan has shed light on this subject, I have faith that family members and other geriatric professionals alike, will also learn the truth about andropause and can offer help to their residents and patients.

Robert Tan, MD, has written a book with feeling and true character. He explains how he comes to his conclusions, he shares personal stories, and he tells us about his research. This book is for anyone who would like to learn more about this mystery. I really enjoyed his book and feel that 'The Andropause Mystery' will surely open the door for future research in this area.

Robert Tan obviously writes with both feet in the water, sharing not only from his experience as a geriatric clinician, but also as a scientist-researcher in this poorly publicized topic. Particularly interesting are the true-life case histories, many of whom I easily related with, and thereby enabling me to connect intimately with the points being put forth.

Board certified specialist in Geratic Medicine, Dr. Robert Tan draws upon his many years of treating older men during their Andropausal years to share his personal research findings (superbly illustrated with case histories) to define the Andropausal biological milestone for the aging male; describe the evolving physical, sexual, psychosocial and mental challenges encountered; explain the role of hormones and supplements relevant to the Andropause phenomenon; and offers unique perspectives on memory loss, erectile dysfunction and sexuality during the Andropause. Written with a completely reader friendly and accessible text, The Andropause Mystery is highly recommended to both medical professionals and the interested non-specialist general reader.

Once you pick it up you cannot stop reading! Both men and women of all ages need to read this clear and humorous account of what happens to men's sexuality as they grow older. Yes, andropause is a mystery for most people and after reading the book you will be able to dazzle your friends with your newly acquired knowledge and you will know what to do to keep sexually active as you age.

This book is unlike any other book I've read. It is about time there is a book like this one. It is informative and keeps my interest without boring me. This book helps me to understand that men do have an "cycle" in a sense like women do, yet not the same as ours. I recommend it highly to all men and especially to women to help understand the changes that men undergo as well.

At least women are more fortunate than men to be able to know and understand about their menopause through the distinct point. I am sure it causes great confusion to many men when they grow older due to physical and physiological changes, due to lack of understanding about male menopauseand distinct point. This book has unraveled the truth, which will be able to help men and women to understand better about male menopause. I recommend that this book not only for men, also equally for women. It helps the men to understand better about themselves and be able to prepare for the aging process, and the women to understand their male partner better. Thanks for the good work, Dr Tan.

Dr Robert Tan certainly enlightens the common man on a subject that most of us do not even know existed. The manisfestations and desciptions of Andropause is real but has not been articulated in the way which Dr Tan has been able to do before. The facts on this subject will be of great interest to anyone in his middle age as it goes beyond the clinical desciptions into hopeful areas of treatment and life enhancement. I certainly recommend anyone wishing to know where aging leads to read this highly informative and well written book.

I initially thought this was a mystery novel, but was pleasantly surprised! It is very well researched and written. There is humor and a serious side to this book. It is also very practical and easy to read. What impressed me most was the use of the Internet to compliment this book. It has its own interactive web site: ... where I could learn more about the Andropause, read about the author's clinical research and provide feedback

This book defines Male Aging processes very well. However, I feel that the term "Male Menopause" should be used more reservedly, as men cannot technically have a Menopause as they do not have periods. I like the title "The Andropause Mystery" as the Andropause signifies transition in men (andro), and now there is increasing amount of scientific evidence for its existence. Men are living longer, and more will experience the Andropause. The author did explain an alternative terminology called A.D.A.M. (Androgen Decline in Aging Males). I suspect Andropause will stick better in people's minds, as the alternative of A.D.A.M. will be quite a mouthful! In any event, this is an excellent book. What is most reassuring is that the book is written by a very well respected academic physician. It has wonderful case histories, and explains that "not every medication works all of the time at the same time". The book has a slant towards brain function and hormones- something that is a new fresh perspective. Preventive strategies like smoking cessation is based on hard core research by the author himself. I agree with the other preventive strategies in this book- simple yet effective. This book has the potential of being a classic. Enjoy and discover!