What question did this study set out to answer?

The research aims to explore the relationship between male menopause symptoms and presenteeism among working Japanese men.

February 21, 2026Open Access

A pilot study on health issues, literacy, and presenteeism related to male menopause among working Japanese men

TTTAKAAKI TAMURAChiba University YHYu HiranoLife Systems (United States)ASAkane ShimizuLife Systems (United States)

Key Points

The research aims to explore the relationship between male menopause symptoms and presenteeism among working Japanese men.
Conducted a pilot study within a large corporation
Assessed health issues and literacy related to male menopause
Evaluated the impact of symptoms on presenteeism
Male menopause symptoms were found to significantly affect presenteeism
Health literacy levels appeared to influence the experience of symptoms

Abstract

This study highlights the reality of male menopause in a large corporation and suggests that male menopause symptoms may significantly affect presenteeism.

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