Kaya 959 Reporter
Have you ever wondered what the male version of periods looks like?
Well, the reality is it exists, and could easily explain some common behaviour you’ve experienced in your relationship.
Irritable Male Syndrome (IMS) is very common with men over the age of 30, as this is the time when testosterone levels begin to change, which comes with some changes in the human body.
According to HealthLine.com, (IMS) is clinically referred to as andropause or male menopause.
Some of the common signs that you are going through (IMS) are depression and lower self-confidence. This tends to lead to difficulty concentrating, trouble sleeping, and reduced energy.
The Best T in The City broke down what male periods look like.
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— On the street. On the air. (@KayaOnAir) January 20, 2022
🥄It is related to stress; more stress lowers his testosterone
🥄It is related to depression
🥄It is related to menopause, it is called andropause, which is a collection of symptoms, including fatigue and a decrease in libido#TheBestTInTheCity pic.twitter.com/MR5faFimg0
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Kaya 959 listeners also weighed in on how they have experienced it in their lives.
You can see it in the workplace
One listener shared how she’s seen signs of it in her workplace, she spoke about a particular colleague who she’s noticed.
She said for a long time she thought he was bipolar, but only to realise that he was just going through Irritable Male Syndrome.
Women want to help
One listener shared that she has also experienced similar behaviours with her partner but was still confused as to what she can do when it happens.
Male periods exist
One listener confirmed that male periods are real. He also added that when he goes through his them he gets shakes.
No. IMS can mimic the symptoms of PMS, but it’s more of a hormonal imbalance. Call it a hormonal cycle, but should no way be likened to the menstrual period. IMS is more common in older men due to testosterone fluctuations and stress. You could “at best” compare it to menopause. https://t.co/IV5PnndPHc
— Mmatsatsi. (@Tsatsi_N) January 20, 2022



