Men can get remarkably good at explaining away physical changes. The morning stiffness takes longer to disappear, the bathroom trips multiply, and climbing stairs suddenly requires a little more negotiation. Age seems like a convenient explanation, especially when the symptoms creep in gradually rather than arriving with a dramatic announcement.
Some changes do accompany aging, but others can signal treatable medical problems. Erectile difficulties, persistent fatigue, and changes in urination deserve more than a shrug. The challenge lies in recognizing when an ordinary annoyance has become a pattern worth discussing with a doctor.
