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{{Infobox medical condition | |||
| name = Hypogonadism | |||
| synonyms = Gonad deficiency | |||
| field = [[Endocrinology]] | |||
| symptoms = [[Infertility]], [[erectile dysfunction]], [[amenorrhea]], [[osteoporosis]], [[decreased libido]] | |||
| complications = [[Cardiovascular disease]], [[osteoporosis]], [[metabolic syndrome]] | |||
| onset = Can occur at any age | |||
| duration = Long-term | |||
| causes = [[Genetic disorders]], [[autoimmune disorders]], [[infections]], [[radiation]], [[surgery]], [[trauma]], [[medications]] | |||
| risks = [[Klinefelter syndrome]], [[Turner syndrome]], [[pituitary disorders]], [[hemochromatosis]] | |||
| diagnosis = [[Blood test]]s for hormone levels, [[imaging studies]] | |||
| differential = [[Hypopituitarism]], [[hyperprolactinemia]], [[androgen insensitivity syndrome]] | |||
| treatment = [[Hormone replacement therapy]], [[fertility treatments]], [[lifestyle changes]] | |||
| medication = [[Testosterone]], [[estrogen]], [[gonadotropins]] | |||
| frequency = Common | |||
| deaths = Rarely directly fatal | |||
}} | |||
'''Hypogonadism''' is a medical condition characterized by the body's inability to produce adequate amounts of sex hormones. This condition can occur in both males and females, but is more commonly diagnosed in males. In males, hypogonadism is often associated with a decrease in the production of testosterone, a hormone that plays a crucial role in male growth and development. | '''Hypogonadism''' is a medical condition characterized by the body's inability to produce adequate amounts of sex hormones. This condition can occur in both males and females, but is more commonly diagnosed in males. In males, hypogonadism is often associated with a decrease in the production of testosterone, a hormone that plays a crucial role in male growth and development. | ||
== Causes == | == Causes == | ||
Hypogonadism can be caused by a variety of factors, including [[genetic disorders]], [[infections]], [[surgery]], or [[radiation therapy]]. It can also be a result of [[aging]], as the body's ability to produce hormones naturally decreases over time. | Hypogonadism can be caused by a variety of factors, including [[genetic disorders]], [[infections]], [[surgery]], or [[radiation therapy]]. It can also be a result of [[aging]], as the body's ability to produce hormones naturally decreases over time. | ||
== Symptoms == | == Symptoms == | ||
The symptoms of hypogonadism can vary depending on the age at which the condition develops. In males, symptoms may include [[erectile dysfunction]], decreased [[libido]], fatigue, and loss of body hair. In females, symptoms may include irregular or absent [[menstrual periods]], hot flashes, and decreased libido. | The symptoms of hypogonadism can vary depending on the age at which the condition develops. In males, symptoms may include [[erectile dysfunction]], decreased [[libido]], fatigue, and loss of body hair. In females, symptoms may include irregular or absent [[menstrual periods]], hot flashes, and decreased libido. | ||
== Diagnosis == | == Diagnosis == | ||
The diagnosis of hypogonadism is typically made through a combination of physical examination, medical history, and laboratory tests. These tests may include blood tests to measure hormone levels, and imaging tests to evaluate the structure and function of the [[pituitary gland]] and [[testes]] or [[ovaries]]. | The diagnosis of hypogonadism is typically made through a combination of physical examination, medical history, and laboratory tests. These tests may include blood tests to measure hormone levels, and imaging tests to evaluate the structure and function of the [[pituitary gland]] and [[testes]] or [[ovaries]]. | ||
== Treatment == | == Treatment == | ||
Treatment for hypogonadism typically involves hormone replacement therapy. This can help to restore normal hormone levels and alleviate symptoms. In some cases, treatment may also involve addressing any underlying causes of the condition. | Treatment for hypogonadism typically involves hormone replacement therapy. This can help to restore normal hormone levels and alleviate symptoms. In some cases, treatment may also involve addressing any underlying causes of the condition. | ||
== See also == | == See also == | ||
* [[Testosterone]] | * [[Testosterone]] | ||
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* [[Erectile dysfunction]] | * [[Erectile dysfunction]] | ||
* [[Menstrual periods]] | * [[Menstrual periods]] | ||
[[Category:Endocrine disorders]] | [[Category:Endocrine disorders]] | ||
[[Category:Men's health]] | [[Category:Men's health]] | ||
[[Category:Women's health]] | [[Category:Women's health]] | ||
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Latest revision as of 00:18, 4 April 2025
| Hypogonadism | |
|---|---|
| Synonyms | Gonad deficiency |
| Pronounce | N/A |
| Specialty | N/A |
| Symptoms | Infertility, erectile dysfunction, amenorrhea, osteoporosis, decreased libido |
| Complications | Cardiovascular disease, osteoporosis, metabolic syndrome |
| Onset | Can occur at any age |
| Duration | Long-term |
| Types | N/A |
| Causes | Genetic disorders, autoimmune disorders, infections, radiation, surgery, trauma, medications |
| Risks | Klinefelter syndrome, Turner syndrome, pituitary disorders, hemochromatosis |
| Diagnosis | Blood tests for hormone levels, imaging studies |
| Differential diagnosis | Hypopituitarism, hyperprolactinemia, androgen insensitivity syndrome |
| Prevention | N/A |
| Treatment | Hormone replacement therapy, fertility treatments, lifestyle changes |
| Medication | Testosterone, estrogen, gonadotropins |
| Prognosis | N/A |
| Frequency | Common |
| Deaths | Rarely directly fatal |
Hypogonadism is a medical condition characterized by the body's inability to produce adequate amounts of sex hormones. This condition can occur in both males and females, but is more commonly diagnosed in males. In males, hypogonadism is often associated with a decrease in the production of testosterone, a hormone that plays a crucial role in male growth and development.
Causes[edit]
Hypogonadism can be caused by a variety of factors, including genetic disorders, infections, surgery, or radiation therapy. It can also be a result of aging, as the body's ability to produce hormones naturally decreases over time.
Symptoms[edit]
The symptoms of hypogonadism can vary depending on the age at which the condition develops. In males, symptoms may include erectile dysfunction, decreased libido, fatigue, and loss of body hair. In females, symptoms may include irregular or absent menstrual periods, hot flashes, and decreased libido.
Diagnosis[edit]
The diagnosis of hypogonadism is typically made through a combination of physical examination, medical history, and laboratory tests. These tests may include blood tests to measure hormone levels, and imaging tests to evaluate the structure and function of the pituitary gland and testes or ovaries.
Treatment[edit]
Treatment for hypogonadism typically involves hormone replacement therapy. This can help to restore normal hormone levels and alleviate symptoms. In some cases, treatment may also involve addressing any underlying causes of the condition.
