Male hypogonadism
Male Hypogonadism
Male hypogonadism (/ˌhaɪpoʊˈɡɒnədɪzəm/; from Greek: hypo-, "under" + gon-, "seed" + -ism, "condition") is a medical condition in which the body doesn't produce enough testosterone — the hormone that plays a key role in masculine growth and development during puberty — or has an impaired ability to produce sperm or both.
Causes
Male hypogonadism can be caused by a variety of factors, including Klinefelter syndrome, Kallmann syndrome, Pituitary disorders, Inflammatory disease, HIV/AIDS, Testicular trauma, and Obesity. It can also be a result of normal aging.
Symptoms
Symptoms of male hypogonadism can include Erectile dysfunction, Infertility, decrease in beard and body hair growth, decrease in muscle mass, development of breast tissue (gynecomastia), and loss of bone mass (Osteoporosis).
Diagnosis
Diagnosis of male hypogonadism involves a thorough medical history, physical examination, and blood tests to measure testosterone levels. Other tests may include semen analysis, pituitary imaging, genetic studies, and testicular biopsy.
Treatment
Treatment for male hypogonadism depends on the cause and whether a man desires to have children. Treatment may include Testosterone replacement therapy, assisted reproduction, or surgery.
See also
References
External links
- Medical encyclopedia article on Male hypogonadism
- Wikipedia's article - Male hypogonadism
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