Hypogonadism is a disorder where the testes in men and ovaries in women do not work properly. It can be very distressing. Thanks to the discovery and development of gender specific hormone treatments, men and women with hypogonadism can lead a normal life.
Disease: Hypogonadism
Last update: May 2005
Intro
FAQ: Who gets it?
Primary hypogonadism, which develops before puberty, is more common in boys than girls. The most common cause is a genetic disorder, Klinefelter syndrome, which occurs in approximately one case per 1,000 live births. The equivalent disorder in girls is Turner syndrome, which occurs in approximately one case per 5,000 live births.
The risk of hypogonadism developing after puberty is rare and its incidence is equal in both sexes.
The risk of hypogonadism developing after puberty is rare and its incidence is equal in both sexes.