Hypogonadism

What is hypogonadism?

Hypogonadism refers to a condition in which the body does not produce enough testosterone. This occurs when the testes or ovaries do not function properly and fail to produce adequate levels of sex hormones.

Some key things to know about hypogonadism:

• It can affect both biological males and females, though it is more common in older men


• The most common symptoms are:
  
  
  • Low libido
  
  
  • Erectile dysfunction
  
  
  • Fatigue
  
  
  • Loss of muscle mass
  
  
  • Depressive moods
  
  


• There are two main types of hypogonadism:
  
  
  • Primary hypogonadism - defect lies in the gonads (testes or ovaries)
  
  
  • Secondary hypogonadism - defect lies in the pituitary gland or hypothalamus
  
  

So what causes hypogonadism? Some potential causes include:

• Klinefelter syndrome


• Undescended testes


• Radiation treatment or chemotherapy


• Inflammatory disease


• Anabolic steroid abuse


• Certain genetic disorders

Diagnosis typically involves blood tests to measure hormone levels plus examination of symptoms.

How is hypogonadism treated? The most common treatment options are:

• Testosterone replacement therapy - restoring testosterone levels via gels, patches, injections


• Targeting underlying health conditions


• Making lifestyle changes - diet, exercise, sleep, stress

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