A member asked:

A 31 year old male. low-t @260 if its due to testes what could treat it? if its hypothalamic/patuitary what could treat it? test was done in the am

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Dr. David Geffner answered

Specializes in Endocrinology

Depends: First repeat it with a free t and lh. A t of 260 can be due to many things. Second decide your reproductive intent. You might want a semen analysis particularly if you are offered testosterone replacement. If it is hypothalamic/ pituitary on repeat testing check prolactin and if necessary an MRI of the pituitary. 260 might be low normal for some labs.

Answered 6/10/2014

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See endocrinologist: There are many options for treating hypogonadism. However, it is imperative to identify the etiology of the problem as you have implied (primary testicular failure, hypothalamic/pituitary insufficiency, exogenous sources of estrogen/testosterone precursors, and even certain tumors). See your endocrinologist.

Answered 2/6/2015

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