Vigorexia affects men between 17 and 35 years old

• May 2, 2024

In Mexico, the so-called "male beauty disease" physically and psychologically affects males between 17 and 35 years of age.

Data from Mexican Social Security Institute (IMSS), indicate that in addition to suffering damages, such as bone problems , muscle damage, tendon wear, seizures, dizziness, Headaches , tachycardias , social isolation, low self-esteem, anxiety Y depression can develop the so-called exercise addiction syndrome, known as vigorexia .

Obsession with exercise

Dunia by Martini Romero , doctor attached to the Hospital of Psychiatry "Dr. Hector Tovar Acosta", clarifies that there are two most visible manifestations of this disease:

1. Extreme activity by sport

2. Compulsive food intake for gain weight , since these types of people, when they see themselves in the mirror, perceive themselves as thin and with little muscular development

According to Martitni Romero, a person with vigorexia is addicted to develop muscle mass, so it can get to eat more than 4 thousand 500 calories daily, when the usual for male sex is to consume 2 thousand 500 calories: "Sometimes have metabolic disorders caused by the consumption of anabolic steroids , which produce sudden changes of body and mood ".

The abuse of these substances, which allow rapid increase in muscle mass and are easy to find in some gyms, can cause serious physical problems, such as an increased risk of suffering cardiovascular diseases , liver injuries, erectile dysfunction , decrease in the size of the testicles and a greater propensity to suffer prostate cancer .

Treatment for vigorexia

The experts of the IMSS specify that this condition is under-diagnosed, because most people with this disorder only go to consultation or seek the help of a professional, until their life is affected.

To treat this disorder, the IMSS provides a comprehensive pharmacological and therapeutic treatment through psychotherapy Y antidepressants . The therapy works to improve the confidence and safety of the patient, while the drugs stabilize brain substances such as serotonin and the dopamine , indispensable in the functioning of the emotions and, if necessary, help is provided with nutrition specialists.

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