Category Archives: Hypogonadism

Reading Time: 4 minutesDefinition Hypogonadism occurs when the body's sex glands produce little or no hormones. In men, these glands (gonads) are the testes. In women, these glands are the ovaries. Gonadal deficiency The cause of hypogonadism can be primary or central. In primary hypogonadism, the ovaries or testes themselves do not function properly. Causes of primary hypogonadism include: The most common genetic disorders that cause primary hypogonadism are Turner syndrome (in women) and Klinefelter syndrome (in men). If you already have other autoimmune disorders you may be at higher risk of autoimmune damage to the gonads. These can include disorders that affect … Read more »

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Reading Time: < 1 minuteWhat is Hypogonadism? Hypogonadism occurs when your sex glands produce little or no sex hormones. The sex glands, also called gonads, are the testes in men and the ovaries in women. Sex hormones help control sex characteristics, such as breast and testicle development, and pubic hair growth. Sex hormones also play a role in menstrual cycles and sperm production. Hypogonadism may also be called gonad deficiency. In males, it may be called low serum testosterone or andropause. Most cases of this disorder can be successfully treated. 9 Warning Signs of Low Testosterone There are two types of hypogonadism: primary and … Read more »

Reading Time: 2 minutesHypogonadism? I have been checked and found out to be low in progesterone. I have taken profasi and pregnyl injections last month still no luck. Been trying to get pregnant for two years now,was on clomid from nov 2005-oct 2006,stopped when taking injections. When should i go for check up to check if the injections increased my progesterone level? Thanks for your anticipated assistance. ---------- ---------- For women who have not had their uterus removed, combination treatment with estrogen and progesterone is often recommended to decrease the chances of developing endometrial cancer. In addition, low dose testosterone can be added … Read more »

Reading Time: < 1 minuteHypogonadotropic hypogonadism (HH), also known as secondary or central hypogonadism, as well as gonadotropin-releasing hormone deficiency or gonadotropin deficiency (GD), is a condition which is characterized by hypogonadism due to an impaired secretion of gonadotropins, including follicle-stimulating hormone (FSH) and luteinizing hormone (LH), by the pituitary gland in the brain, and in turn decreased gonadotropin levels and a resultant lack of sex steroid production.[1] The type of HH, based on its cause, may be classified as either primary or secondary. Primary HH, also called isolated HH, is responsible for only a small subset of cases of HH, and is characterized … Read more »

Reading Time: < 1 minuteLondon, Oct 19 (ANI): Obese teenage boys have up to 50 percent less testosterone than their leaner pals - increasing their risk of infertility later in life, a study led by an Indian-origin researcher has warned. Researchers said that the results were a "grim message" for overweight young adults. The study by scientists at the University at Buffalo in the US, shows for the first time that obese young men aged 14 to 20 have around half the total testosterone than normal weight youths, the Daily Mail reported. The same research team first reported in 2004 that the presence of … Read more »

Reading Time: 2 minutesScienceDaily (Oct. 9, 2012) An SGH study has revealed that considering all osteoporotic patients as having simple osteoporosis and treating all of them alike by putting them on potent long term medication without finding out the cause of their osteoporosis may be ineffective and in most cases downright harmful. Secondary osteoporosis is a rather common but lesser known type of osteoporosis that affects men and women of any age. It is caused by certain medical conditions that result in bone loss or interfere with development of peak bone mass. Contributors of secondary osteoporosis include conditions such as hypercalciuria, hyperthyroidism, hyperparathyroidism, … Read more »

Reading Time: < 1 minuteCauses, signs and symptoms of hypogonadism Hypogonadism is a reduction or absence of hormone secretions from the sex glands (gonads). In men the hormones are secreted from the testes; in women the hormones come from the ovaries. Many types of hypogonadism can be treated and the condition does have a good prognosis. There are two types of hypogonadism; Primary, where the testes fail to function properly, and Central hypogonadism where the centers of the brain responsible for control of the gonads (the hypothalamus and pituitary) do not function properly. Causes of primary and central hypogonadism Primary hypogonadism occurs for a … Read more »

Reading Time: 2 minutesTORONTO, ONTARIO--(Marketwire - Oct 22, 2012) - Trimel Pharmaceuticals Corporation (TRL.TO) ("the "Company" or "Trimel") today announced positive results from a recently completed independent market research study on the reception by physicians of CompleoTRT, Trimel''s innovative ''no-touch'' treatment for male hypogonadism, or more commonly referred to as "Low T".According to IMS Health, 2011 sales of marketed treatments for Low T were approximately $1.6 billion, and have been projected to reach $5 billion by 2017, according to a leading syndicated market research company. The quantitative study conducted in the United States surveyed 113 physicians covering urologists, endocrinologists and primary care physicians … Read more »

Reading Time: 2 minutesMale hypogonadismis defined as the underproduction of sperm or testosterone, or both, by the testes (also called testicles). Starting at puberty, the pituitary gland releases luteinizing hormone (LH), which stimulates the testicles to produce testosterone, the hormone responsible for male physical characteristics. In the testicles, follicle stimulating hormone (FSH) and LH also act together to stimulate the production of sperm. Diagnosis of male hypogonadism begins with a medical history and physical examination. Many possible symptoms and signs may suggest low testosterone, orandrogen deficiency, in adult men: Blood tests determine whether testosterone levels are in the normal range. This is generally … Read more »

Reading Time: < 1 minuteYour doctor will conduct a physical exam during which he or she will note whether your sexual development, such as your pubic hair, muscle mass and size of your testes, is consistent with your age. Your doctor may test your blood level of testosterone if you have any of the signs or symptoms of hypogonadism. Early detection in boys can help prevent problems from delayed puberty. Early diagnosis and treatment in men offer better protection against osteoporosis and other related conditions. Doctors base a diagnosis of hypogonadism on symptoms and results of blood tests that measure testosterone levels. Because testosterone … Read more »

Reading Time: < 1 minuteTORONTO, ONTARIO--(Marketwire - Oct 29, 2012) - Trimel Pharmaceuticals Corporation (TRL.TO) (the "Company" or "Trimel") will report on the third quarter financial results for the Company and its subsidiaries for the period ended September 30, 2012 on Wednesday, November 7, 2012after the market closes. Management of the Company will host a conference call to discuss these results and update investors on the status of its business on Thursday, November 8, 2012, at 8:30 a.m. Eastern Standard Time. Presenting from Trimel will be Bruce Brydon, Chairman of the Board and Chief Executive Officer, Tom Rossi, President and Chief Operating Officer and … Read more »

Reading Time: < 1 minuteLow testosterone (Low-T) definition Testosterone is a hormone required for male development and is produced primarily in the testicles. It is responsible for building muscle and bone mass as well as sperm production and sex drive. It influences male pattern fat distribution, bone density, and red blood cell production. Lack of or underproduction of testosterone either directly due to decreased production in the testes or indirectly due to lack of stimulation of the testes to produce testosterone by the pituitary gland is called hypogonadism and is a medical condition requiring treatment. In the normal developing male, testosterone peaks during early … Read more »

Reading Time: < 1 minuteDUBLIN--(BUSINESS WIRE)-- Research and Markets has announced the addition of the "Male Hypogonadism Global Clinical Trials Review, H1, 2013" report to their offering. Male Hypogonadism Global Clinical Trials Review, H1, 2013 provides data on the Male Hypogonadism clinical trial scenario. This report provides elemental information and data relating to the clinical trials on Male Hypogonadism. It includes an overview of the trial numbers and their recruitment status as per the site of trial conduction across the globe. The databook offers a preliminary coverage of disease clinical trials by their phase, trial status, prominence of the sponsors and also provides briefing … Read more »

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Reading Time: 2 minutesScienceDaily (Oct. 16, 2012) A study by the University at Buffalo shows for the first time that obese males ages 14 to 20 have up to 50 percent less total testosterone than do normal males of the same age, significantly increasing their potential to be impotent and infertile as adults. The paper was published online as an accepted article in Clinical Endocrinology. The authors are the same researchers in the University at Buffalo's School of Medicine and Biomedical Sciences who first reported in 2004 the presence of low testosterone levels, known as hypogonadism, in obese, type 2 diabetic adult males … Read more »

Reading Time: < 1 minute(See also Male Hypogonadism in Children.) Hypogonadism is defined as testosterone deficiency with associated symptoms or signs, deficiency of spermatozoa production, or both. It may result from a disorder of the testes (primary hypogonadism) or of the hypothalamic-pituitary axis (secondary hypogonadism). Both may be congenital or acquired as the result of aging, disease, drugs, or other factors. Additionally, a number of congenital enzyme deficiencies cause varying degrees of target organ androgen resistance. Diagnosis is confirmed by hormone levels. Treatment varies with etiology but typically includes gonadotropin-releasing hormone, gonadotropin, or testosterone replacement. Primary hypogonadism involves failure of the testes to respond … Read more »

Reading Time: < 1 minuteHypergonadotropic hypogonadism (HH), also known as primary or peripheral/gonadal hypogonadism, is a condition which is characterized by hypogonadism due to an impaired response of the gonads to the gonadotropins, follicle-stimulating hormone (FSH) and luteinizing hormone (LH), and in turn a lack of sex steroid production and elevated gonadotropin levels (as an attempt of compensation by the body). HH may present as either congenital or acquired, but the majority of cases are of the former nature.[1][2] There are a multitude of different etiologies of HH. Congenital causes include the following:[1][3][4] Acquired causes (due to damage to or dysfunction of the gonads) … Read more »

Reading Time: 3 minutesAll men undergoing fertility testing will be checked for hormonal imbalances that could be contributing to their infertility. One important hormone necessary for proper sexual functioning in men is testosterone. When a man is found to have a testosterone deficiency, it can signal a common disorder known as hypogonadism. What Does Testosterone Do? Testosterone, often referred to as the male hormone although females do produce small amounts of the hormone as well, is a hormone that is produced in the testicles. It is responsible for the growth and development of the sex and reproductive organs in men. Additionally, testosterone contributes … Read more »

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