Hypogonadism
Book AppointmentThe inability of the testicles to produce adequate testosterones (male hormone), or sperms, or both is called hypogonadism. The testicles produce testosterones and sperms when they receive a signal from the pituitary gland, attached to the base of the brain.
Hypogonadism can be caused by the testicles’ failure to produce testosterones and sperm despite receiving signals from the brain (primary hypogonadism) or due to problems in the pituitary gland (secondary hypogonadism).
Risk factors include undescended testicles as infants, injury to the testicles, HIV/AIDS, testicular or pituitary tumours, exposure to radiation, Hemochromatosis, Klinefelter syndrome (genetic disorder where men inherit an extra X chromosome) or Kallmann syndrome (genetic disorder in which puberty fails to start or fails to fully complete).
When to seek expert advise
Early diagnoses of hypogonadism can lead to successful treatment. You can consult our doctors at the Internal Medicine Service Line at the Aga Khan University Hospital, if you notice any of the above mentioned symptoms.
Disclaimer
The information provided on our website is for educational purposes and not intended to be a substitute for medical advice, diagnosis or treatment. You should always seek the advice of your doctor or other healthcare professional provider.
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