Male hypogonadism, also known as testosterone deficiency, is a failure of the testes to produce the male sex hormone testosterone, sperm, or both. It can be due to a testicular disorder or the result of a disease process involving the hypothalamus and pituitary gland. male hypogonadism phoenix Hypogonadism can affect many organ functions and it…
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Low Testosterone Linked to Sugar-Sweetened Beverages
Sugar-sweetened beverage (SSB) intake is associated with low serum testosterone levels among men aged 20–39 years in the United States, according to investigators. low testosterone phoenix In a study of 545 men in this age group who participated in the 2011–2012 National Health and Nutrition Examination Survey, those in the top quartile of SSB intake…
Hormone Therapy May Lead to Improved Cognitive Function
Hormones affect just about everything that goes on in a woman’s body, from reproductive function and sexual libido to weight gain and overall mood. A new study shows how, in the right dosage and combination, hormones also may slow cognitive decline in postmenopausal women as they age. The study is being published online today in…
Chemotherapy May Lead to Early Menopause
A new study suggests chemotherapy may cause acute amenorrhea leading to early menopause in women with lung cancer. The study is the first to comment on amenorrhea rates in women younger than 50, concluding that women with lung cancer who desire future fertility should be educated about risks and options before starting treatment. Study results…