Question 1

hey im 22. and i was needing to know if my hypogonadism is reversible or not, based on my test results. ?

Accepted Answer

Fertility Specialist: That requires a consultation with a fertility specialist. They would need to look at your testing and first confirm that the diagnosis is correct. Then the cause should be identified if possible. And only then can that question really be answered. And in the meantime you need treatment to prevent symptoms, bone weakening, and heart disease.

Question 2

can metabolic syndrome cause hypogonadism. is it reversible? i have been drinking 6-8 cans of beer 3d/week for six years. my genitals seem smaller.

Accepted Answer

Metabolic syndrome: As well as weight gain and alcohol ingestion can all lead to hypogonadism, but that doesn't mean shrinkage of your genitals -- only a reduction in hormonal production and possibly sperm count. Check w/your doctor, lose weight, and stop the alcohol.

Question 3

is secondary hypogonadism caused by anorexia reversible?

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Hypogonadism: About 50% of women who lose their regular cycles due to excess stress, exercise or an eating disorder when weight is regained. If your serum leptin level is low, it is a good sign that this could be a factor. If the LH and FSH levels are low, most physicians will check an MRI to insure that your absent periods are in fact due to the anorexia.

Question 4

ive secondary hypogonadism, lh and fsh all fine.sperm analysis is fine too but ive low t levels. can this be reversible and what medications can help?

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Endocrinologist: An endocrinologist is best qualified to evaluate and treat you. Androgen replacement therapy should be effective in your case in raising your testosterone levels.

Question 5

what is hypogonadism really?

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Lo function gonad: This is a term to describe a low functioning gonad be it testicle or ovary. When these organs fail to release their hormones physical changes occur. Men will have low testosterone thus wont shave much if at all , height and weight is altered as well. Females will lack estrogen thus not go into puberty as the men.
These are all bypass able with hormone therapy

Question 6

what is the cause of hypogonadism?

Accepted Answer

Brain hormones: Iether high or low hot=rmones from brain area called the hypothalamus.
Mostly due to low hormones called lh and fsh and easily treated with these hormones.
If due to ovarian (or testicular failure the problem can be serious.

Question 7

secondary hypogonadism be treated?

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Yes: After a complete workup to rule out any serious causes of hypogonadism, which are uncommon, there are either oral or injection medications that can stimulate sperm production.  They are either Clomid (clomiphene) which is oral or injectable gonadotropins with hcg.  Depending on the cause of the hypogonadism other meds may be more appropriate.  You should consult with an endocrinologist.

Question 8

what are the causes of hypogonadism?

Accepted Answer

Several: Impossible to really go into all of them. Essentially, 2 main ways:  either through primary testicular failure where testes are unable to function, or, secondary gonadal failure which results from pituitary/hypothalamic inability to stimulate testes. Anatomical defects, trauma, genetics, etc. Can cause either.

Question 9

how do i know if i have hypogonadism?

Accepted Answer

Puberty: If you had hypogonadism as a child you would not go through puberty or only mildly go through it. Men would not grow beards, have strong erections and have small testicles. Women would not ovulate nor produce estrogen thus would not undergo puberty with the associated hair and breast development. 
If its recent you would loose sex drive gain weight, if so blood tests will prove it.

Question 10

what are the symptoms of hypogonadism?

Accepted Answer

Lots of overlap: Hypogonadism is medical speak for low testosterone. Symptoms are non-specific. In other words, you might have something else if you're depressed, can't think straight, no interest in sex, loss of erectile function, loss of muscle mass, increase in fat, etc. While this can occur in younger men, this constellation of symptoms increases in frequency in our 40s and older. So ask your doctor for testin.

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Can metabolic syndrome cause hypogonadism. is it reversible? i have been drinking 6-8 cans of beer 3d/week for six years. my genitals seem smaller.

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Is secondary hypogonadism caused by anorexia reversible?

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Ive secondary hypogonadism, lh and fsh all fine.sperm analysis is fine too but ive low t levels. can this be reversible and what medications can help?

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What is hypogonadism really?

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