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    GlossaryAndropause (Late-Onset Hypogonadism)

    gradual decline in testosterone levels in aging men

    Andropause, also known as Male Menopause or Late-Onset Hypogonadism, refers to the gradual decline in testosterone levels in aging men, typically starting around middle age. This hormonal change can lead to symptoms such as reduced libido, fatigue, depression, and physical changes like decreased muscle mass and increased body fat.

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