Differences in male climacteric symptoms with aging among rotating night shift workers
Sachiko Kubo1,2, Toshiyuki Yasui3, Yukie Matsuura3
1Graduate School of Health Sciences, Tokushima University, Tokushima, Japan.
Summary
Rotating night shift work is associated with male climacteric symptoms, including fatigue and decreased strength. Age significantly impacts these somatic and sexual symptoms in shift workers.
Area of Science:
- Occupational Health
- Andrology
- Sleep Medicine
Background:
- Rotating night shift work presents unique health challenges.
- Male climacteric symptoms, also known as andropause, can affect quality of life.
- Understanding these symptoms in shift workers is crucial for targeted interventions.
Purpose of the Study:
- To investigate the prevalence and characteristics of male climacteric symptoms in rotating night shift workers.
- To explore the relationship between age and these symptoms in this population.
- To identify coping strategies for affected individuals.
Main Methods:
- A self-administered questionnaire survey was conducted among male rotating night shift workers.
- The Aging Males' Symptoms (AMS) scale was used to evaluate male climacteric symptoms.
- Data from 1561 collected questionnaires were analyzed.
Main Results:
- Significant age-dependent differences were observed in both somatic and sexual symptoms.
- High proportions of workers reported increased need for sleep (64.9%) and decreased muscular strength (60.7%) across all age groups.
- Specific differences in somatic symptoms were noted between men in their 20s and those in their 40s/50s, and between 30s and 50s.
- Sexual symptoms showed significant variations across multiple age comparisons.
Conclusions:
- Age is a significant factor influencing the experience of somatic and sexual symptoms in rotating night shift workers.
- The findings highlight the need for tailored health support for this occupational group.
- Further research into effective coping mechanisms is warranted.
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