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
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