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Hypogonadotropic hypogonadism

Alternative names:

gonadotropin deficiency; Kallmann syndrome; hypogonadotropic hypogonadism and anosmia, hypogonadism with anosmia; secondary hypogonadism

Treatment:

(which treatment depends on the source of the defect)

  • intramuscular (IM) testosterone
  • human chorionic gonadotrophin (hCG)
  • human menopausal gonadotrophin injections
  • GnRH injections

Expectations (prognosis):

With proper hormonal stimulation, puberty can be induced and fertility may be restored.

Complications:

  • delayed puberty
  • infertility
  • low self-esteem (Children who do not develop puberty changes until late may suffer from comparison with their peers. Lots of emotional support may be helpful.)

Calling your health care provider:

Call your health care provider if your child does not enter puberty as expected.

Updated Date: 02/09/00

Updated By:J. Gordon Lambert, MD, Associate Medical Director, Utah Health Informatics and adam.com editorial

 


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