Top
20
Doctor insights on:
Hypogonadism
Hypogonadism (Overview)
A condition in which the body doesn't produce enough testosterone.
1
What is hypogonadism (testosterone deficiency syndrome)?
Low gondal hormones: Hypogonadism in men is low function of the gonads, the testes, resulting in low testosterone or low sperm production. This often is from weak pituitary stimulation, but also can be a primary testicular dysfunction. This is a problem that can be diagnosed. In most men, effective treatments are available. ...Read more
See 1 more doctor answer
Hypogonadism (Overview)
A condition in which the body doesn't produce enough testosterone.
2
What are the kinds of things you can do to avoid hypogonadism?
Different in kids: In pediatrics hypogonadism is not a matter of lifestyle intervention. Children presenting with hypogonadism can be born with it or it can be acquired as a result of gonadal injury from trauma or forms of chemotherapy/radiation. However, we see kids with delayed puberty who are not necessarily hypogonadal, but "late bloomers." a doctor would need to determine this. ...Read more
See 2 more doctor answers
3
Idiopathic hypogonadotropic hypogonadism is what?
Idiopathic means: Idiopathic in medicine means that there is no discoverable cause for you developing deficiency of the hormones from the pituitary gland that stimulate the gonads, they are called lh and fsh. If you develop deficiencies at a later age you do have to be investigated by an endocrinologist because all causes have to be excluded to be called idiopathic. ...Read more
4
Idiopathic hypogonadotropic hypogonadism, what is this?
Common: Hi. Idiopathic hypogonadotropic hypogonadism is the most common form of hypogonadism diagnosed in adult men. For reasons we can't identify (i.e., it's idiopathic), the hypothalamus and/or pituitary fail to make LH & FSH adequately (i.e., hypogonadotropic) to drive the testicles normally, and as a result, testosterone is low (i.e., hypogonadism). ...Read more
5
Adult-onset hypogonadotropic hypogonadism--how does gnrh therapy differ from normal testosterone therapy? Which therapy is best for 42 year old male?
Only for children: Gnrh is by injection, vey expensive, and only for children -- it wouldn't be appropriate or effective or prescribed for you. Stick with transdermal testosterone. Hopefully, you've had your undescended testicle fixed early in childhood, as they can become cancerous of not brought down surgically early in life. If it's still undescended, see you doctor soon. ...Read more
6
Male Infertility and Low Testosterone High FSH?
YES: factors: These are expected factores in male infertility; however semen analysis is also mandatory. ...Read more
See 1 more doctor answer
7
Is acne a symptom of hypogonadism?
Hypogonadism: No. Acne is actually more common with increased testosterone levels, not decreased levels. In females hypogonadism may lead to menopausal symptoms such as vaginal dryness and hot flashes. ...Read more
8
Can sarcoidosis effect testosterone production (hypogonad disease)?
Yes.: Hypogonadism appears to be common among males who have sarcoidosis. In a 2007 belgian study, male patients with sarcoidosis had significantly lower median circulating levels of testosterone than healthy age matched controls. The mechanism is thought to be due to testicular dysfunction or disruption of the hormone signals from the pituitary or hypothalamus. ...Read more
See 1 more doctor answer
9
What are the symptoms of hypogonadism?
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. ...Read more
See 1 more doctor answer
10
Does hypogonadism cause polyuria?
Not usually: There may be other congenital defects esp central diabetes insipidus. ...Read more
11
Is hypogonadism curable?Is hypogonadism a reason for hair loss?
Depends: Hypogonadism can be treated, no matter what the cause. Whether it can be "cured" depends on the cause. Most causes of hypogonadism due to problems of the testicle cannot be cured. Hypogonadism usually leads to preservation of scalp hair, not hair loss. ...Read more
See 2 more doctor answers
12
Is hypogonadaism curable?
Hypogonadism: Depends on the cause. Usually very treatable with hormone therapy e.g. Testosterone treatment. ...Read more
13
Could adrenal glandulars increase dhea and testosterone levels?
Yes: Glandulars have been a traditional source of these hormones, but there absorption is not realiable. Check with your doctor or check out acam which is an organization that has investigated and held standards on hormone supplementation. They even have a physician referral on there website. ...Read more
See 1 more doctor answer
14
I am 26 and have been diagnosed with hypogonadism. How can this be fixed?
Depends. : There is primary and secondary hypogonadism. In men, primary hypogonadism is caused by testicular cancer, trauma, or genetic disorders. Secondary hypogonadism is commonly caused by depression, anxiety, obesity, head trauma, aging, or other chronic diseases. Treatment depends on the cause, so you have to first get a more detailed diagnosis. ...Read more
See 1 more doctor answer
15
Can axiron for low testosterone shrink testicles?
Yes: Use of exogenous testosterone can, by way of a feedback mechanism, cause atrophy of the testicles and reduction in testicular function. ...Read more
16
Does growth hormone deficiency lower testosterone levels?
No: Your pituitary controls a number of hormones including thyroid, growth, testosterone & estradiol, among others. While growth hormone deficiency won't "lower" testosterone, pituitary damage leading to growth hormone deficiency can also lead to hypogonadism or low testosterone. It's also common to have a defect in just one hormone rather than all. Traumatic brain injury is not a major concern. ...Read more
17
Why do low testosterone levels cause erectile dysfunction?
T effect: Low T causes lack of appropriate constriction via pelvic nerves. ...Read more
18
How do you test for hypogonadism in small boy?
Blood tests: For childen, one begins with blood tests for hormone levels including growth hormone. ...Read more
19
Can Clomid (clomiphene) usage cause hypogonadism?
Highly Unlikely: Clom on hypogonadismid is used for trying to conceive. It raises testosterone slightly but has no real effect ...Read more
20
Hey im 22. And i was needing to know if my hypogonadism is reversible or not, based on my test results. ?
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. ...Read more
See 1 more doctor answer- Talk to a doctor live online for free
- Hypogonadism osteoporosis
- Normogonadotropic hypogonadism
- Is hypogonadism reversible?
- Ask a doctor a question free online
- Hypogonadism drugs
- Hypogonadism medication
- Medicine for hypogonadism
- Hypogonadism signs
- Talk to a endocrinologist online for free