Late Onset Male Hypogonadism

Male hypogonadism: Causes, Symptoms, and Treatment

About

Male hypogonadism is a condition in which the body doesn't produce enough testosterone.

1 in 4 men over 30 years of age have low testosterone level. (1)

- Requires a medical diagnosis
- Lab tests or imaging are required
- Affects only men
- Can be both acute and chronic

Hypogonadism can begin during the fetal development before puberty or during adulthood. Signs and symptoms of this condition depend on when it develops. It could be by birth or can happen to males above the age of 19.

Symptoms

Self-diagnosable
It requires a medical diagnosis like hormone testing, semen analysis, imaging, testicular biopsy, etc.
People may experience one or more of the said symptoms.

Treatment

Self Care: Reduce stress, give it some time to adjust, make healthy lifestyle and dietary changes and try to understand the reason behind it.
Medications: Hormone replacement, TRT therapy, and assisted reproduction can help. Any medication must be taken under medical supervision only.
Specialists: For other kinds, consult a physician or a gynecologist. At mfine, you can find help with different areas of health issues and even come on board for a holistic treatment program.