climacteric

• Sustantivo que designa un periodo crítico o punto de inflexión en la vida; específicamente, la etapa en la vida de un hombre correspondiente a la menopausia femenina, o el momento en que cesan las menstruaciones en la mujer.

A noun referring to a critical period or turning point in life, specifically the period in a man's life corresponding to menopause, or the time in a woman's life when menstruation ceases.

1. Female climactericC1formalmedical

   The period in a woman's life when menstruation ceases, marking the end of reproductive ability; the menopause transition.

   Climaterio femenino

   • The climacteric typically occurs between the ages of 45 and 55.
   • Many women experience hot flashes during the climacteric.
   • Hormonal changes during the climacteric can affect mood and sleep.

   Sinónimoschangechange of lifemenopause

2. Male climactericC1formalmedical

   A period in a man's life, often occurring in middle age, characterized by a gradual decline in testosterone and associated physical and psychological changes.

   Climaterio masculino

   • Some men experience fatigue and decreased libido during the male climacteric.
   • The male climacteric is less abrupt than the female menopause.
   • Doctors may recommend lifestyle adjustments to manage symptoms of the male climacteric.