Male Hypogonadism
Medical Review
Overview of Male Hypogonadism
Male hypogonadism is a condition where the body does not produce enough male hormone or impaired ability to produce an effective sperm which is essential in secondary sex growth of a man
Signs and Symptoms of Male Hypogonadism
Erectile dysfunction, Low sperm count, Depressed mood, Decreased libido, Lethargy, Sleep disturbances, Decreased muscle mass and strength, Loss of body hair, Osteoporosis and decreased bone mineral density, Increased body fat, Breast discomfort and enlargement, Hot flashes, Sweating, Poor concentration and decreased energy
Common Causes of Male Hypogonadism
Primary – originates from a problem in the testicles, Secondary – problem in the hypothalamus or the pituitary gland
Risk Factors of Male Hypogonadism
Kallmann syndrome, Undescended testicles as an infant, Mumps infection affecting your testicles, Injury to your testicles, Testicular or pituitary tumors, HIV/AIDS, Klinefelter syndrome, Hemochromatosis, Previous chemotherapy or radiation therapy, Untreated sleep apnea
Investigation Techniques for Male Hypogonadism
Hormone testing, Semen analysis, Pituitary imaging, Genetic studies, Testicular biopsy
Treatment and Prevention of Male Hypogonadism
Hormone replacement, Assisted reproduction
