hypogonadism

American  

[hahy-puh-goh-na-diz-uhm, -gon-a-] / ˌhaɪ pəˈgoʊ næˌdɪz əm, -ˈgɒn æ- /

Also hypogonadia

noun

Pathology.

1. diminished hormonal or reproductive functioning in the testes or the ovaries.

2. a manifestation of this, as delayed pubescence or Klinefelter's syndrome.

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Etymology

Origin of hypogonadism

First recorded in 1915–20; hypo- + gonad + -ism

Example Sentences

Clinical evidence has hinted at a close connection between low testosterone levels and anxiety, particularly in men with hypogonadism, a condition characterized by reduced sexual function.

From Science Daily • Jan. 22, 2024

But the trial’s results provide important information for physicians and patients who have hypogonadism, because many physicians, and patients, may have been reluctant to treat the condition because of concerns about heart disease.

From New York Times • Jun. 16, 2023

Testosterone was isolated and synthesized in 1935 and first used to treat hypogonadism in men as well as tumor growth in women.

From Salon • Dec. 6, 2022

Unless someone has hypogonadism brought on by chemotherapy, infection or another serious medical condition, the FDA discourages its use.

From Seattle Times • Jun. 29, 2022

Reality check: Testosterone treatments are approved by the Food and Drug Administration only for men with diagnosed hypogonadism, a failure to produce enough testosterone because of disorders of the testicles, pituitary gland or brain.

From Washington Post • Jun. 1, 2015