Is male menopause for real?

DEAR DR. GOTT: I am writing in the hope you will write about the effects of male menopause. I am 68 years old, and from time to time, my face will flush. Is this a symptom of male menopause?

Anything you can tell me will be of great benefit. I have learned much from your column over the years, and I truly thank you for all your help in medical matters.

DEAR READER: Some people — both men and women — can pass through menopause easily and without disruption to their daily lives. For others, it’s a difficult process that varies in intensity from person to person. Furthermore, the reality of menopause varies extensively between men and women.
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