Primary Hypogonadism Doubles Hyperprolactinemia, Prolactinoma Risks in U.S. Men: 27-Year Study
Reading Time: 2 minutesIntroduction Primary hypogonadism, characterized by deficient testosterone production due to testicular dysfunction, affects approximately 2-4% of American males over age 40, with rising prevalence amid aging demographics and lifestyle factors like obesity. This condition manifests as low serum testosterone levels alongside elevated gonadotropins (luteinizing hormone [LH] and follicle-stimulating hormone [FSH]). Emerging evidence suggests bidirectional interactions between the hypothalamic-pituitary-gonadal (HPG) axis... Read more »
