Hypogonadism - Revive Hormone Institute

What is hypogonadism?

Hypogonadism refers to a condition in which the body does not produce enough testosterone. This happens when the testes or ovaries do not function properly and cannot produce adequate amounts of sex hormones.

Some key things to know about hypogonadism:

• It can affect both men and women, but is more common in men
• There are two main types:
  • Primary hypogonadism: Issue directly related to the testes or ovaries
  • Secondary hypogonadism: Problem with the pituitary gland or hypothalamus in the brain
• Symptoms may include:
  • Low sex drive
  • Erectile dysfunction
  • Fatigue
  • Depression
  • Loss of body hair
  • Muscle loss
• It can be caused by diseases affecting the endocrine system, genetics, injury, infections, etc.

Hypogonadism can significantly impact one's quality of life. The good news is there are treatments available nowadays to help manage symptoms.

Diagnosing hypogonadism typically involves:

• Medical history evaluation
• Physical exam
• Blood tests to check hormone levels

If hypogonadism is suspected, it's important to see an endocrinologist or hormone health specialist like the physicians at Revive Hormone Institute. They specialize in advanced hormone testing and customized treatment plans to help both men and women suffering from hormonal imbalances like hypogonadism.

Treatment options for hypogonadism may include:

• Hormone replacement therapy: Taking supplemental testosterone
  • Available as gels, injections, patches, pills
• Medications to stimulate testosterone production
• Lifestyle changes like improved diet and more exercise

I hope this gives a helpful overview explaining what hypogonadism means and covers some of the key aspects regarding diagnosis and treatment. Please let me know if you have any other questions!