Male Hypogonadism: Improving Recognition and Refining Management

Male hypogonadism is a condition that is severely underrecognized and underdiagnosed. The diagnosis of hypogonadism in men is based on a combination of clinical signs and symptoms and laboratory tests. The most commonly noted symptoms include rather vague complaints such as lack of energy, loss of motivation, cantankerous mood, inability to concentrate, and sexual symptoms such as loss of desire, sexual dysfunction, erectile difficulties, impotence, and decreased ejaculate volume. In addition, the relationship between hypogonadism and other comorbidities, such as diabetes, obesity, hypertension, and Alzheimer disease, is a very important and dynamic topic for which new data are continuously emerging. Proper treatment may prevent many of the comorbidities and ameliorate health. Using an interactive case-based format, this educational activity discusses the prevalence of male hypogonadism, comorbidities associated with the disease, and the role of testosterone replacement therapy, to help primary care physicians improve the diagnosis, management, and treatment of this condition, ultimately improving their patients’ quality of life.

Available until February 28, 2012

Presented by the Johns Hopkins University School of Medicine.

Supported by an educational grant from Lilly USA, LLC.

A Tall Man with Infertility
Credit Hours	Credit Type
0.50	AMA PRA

 

Older Man with Decreased Memory and Additional Symptoms
Credit Hours	Credit Type
0.50	AMA PRA

 

 

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