RESUMO
Hypogonadism is a clinical syndrome that results in hormone deficiency in men and women. Primary hypogonadism is caused by gonadal (testicular or ovarian) failure. Secondary hypogonadism is the result of a dysfunction within the hypothalamus and/or pituitary. Diagnosis of hypogonadism requires a comprehensive health history, evaluation of the signs and symptoms, complete physical examination, as well as laboratory and diagnostic testing for both sexes. Hormone replacement is the hallmark of hypogonadism treatment. Restoring and/or maintaining quality of life is a major consideration in the management of patients with hypogonadism.
Assuntos
Hipogonadismo/diagnóstico , Feminino , Terapia de Reposição Hormonal , Humanos , Hipogonadismo/enfermagem , Hipogonadismo/psicologia , Hipogonadismo/terapia , Síndrome de Kallmann/diagnóstico , Síndrome de Kallmann/enfermagem , Síndrome de Kallmann/psicologia , Síndrome de Kallmann/terapia , Síndrome de Klinefelter/diagnóstico , Síndrome de Klinefelter/enfermagem , Síndrome de Klinefelter/psicologia , Síndrome de Klinefelter/terapia , Masculino , Qualidade de Vida , Síndrome de Turner/diagnóstico , Síndrome de Turner/enfermagem , Síndrome de Turner/psicologia , Síndrome de Turner/terapiaRESUMO
Much has been written about female menopause, but hormonal decline in men indicative of a similar menopause is a relatively new concept. Hormonal decline in men is a gradual and often occult process. Many men do not experience noticeable symptoms, but those who do usually experience a decline in sexual desire and ability that may be attributed to aging. Some men may hide these symptoms. Hormonal replacements and herbal therapies may be helpful. Nurses must conduct careful histories and physical examinations to elicit disclosure of symptoms of hormonal decline in this population.
