Pituitary Disorder Hypogonadism Flashcards
1
Q
Male hypogonadism is caused by deficient _______ secretion by the testes or sperm production. It may be classified whether it is due to: (1) insufficient gonadotropin by the pituitary = _______________;
(2) pathology in the tests themselves = __________.
A
testosterone
1) (hypogonadotropic)
2) (hypergonadotropic)
2
Q
Laboratory evaluation
A
Total Testosterone
-If Testosterone is low, obtain LH, FSH, and Prolactin
3
Q
What issue has this Presentation
(1) Fatigue
(2) Decreased strength
(3) Poor libido
(4) Hot flushes
(5) Erectile dysfunction
(6) Gynecomastia
(7) Infertility
(8) Small testes
A
Hypogonadism
4
Q
True/False
Treatment for hypogonadism can be initiated without a medical officer
A
FALSE
