23 Questions
What is the primary characteristic of primary hypogonadism in males?
Low Testosterone and High LH/FSH
What is the common feature of primary and secondary hypogonadism in males?
Low Testosterone levels
What is the cause of hypogonadism in Klinefelter syndrome?
Genetic disorder, progressive muscle weakness
What is the common complication of untreated male hypogonadism for years?
Loss of sexual hair, muscle mass, and bones
What is the primary characteristic of secondary hypogonadism in females?
Low Estrogen and Low-normal LH/FSH
What is the cause of secondary hypogonadism in females with HIV/AIDS?
Inflammatory disease
What is the primary feature of primary amenorrhea?
Failure to menstruate by 15
What is the primary cause of Asherman Syndrome?
Uterine surgery
What percentage of uterine adhesions are caused by uterine curettage?
90%
What is the name of the procedure that is often performed after pregnancy or miscarriage to remove tissue?
Dilation and curettage (D&C)
What is the layer of the uterus that is often damaged during uterine curettage?
Basalis
What is a common complication of uterine adhesions during pregnancy?
Placental abnormalities
What is the primary mechanism by which uterine adhesions cause infertility?
All of the above
What is a symptom of uterine adhesions that can occur during menstruation?
Pelvic pain
What is the term for the condition where the uterus is scarred and forms adhesions?
Asherman Syndrome
What is the consequence of severe uterine adhesions on fertility?
Infertility
What is the most common cause of primary ovarian insufficiency?
Hypergonadotropic hypogonadism
A 25-year-old woman presents with amenorrhea and high levels of prolactin. What is the likely cause of her amenorrhea?
Pituitary microadenoma
What is the characteristic feature of Mullerian agenesis?
Absence of vagina and uterus
What is the term for premature ovarian failure in women under 40 years of age?
Primary ovarian insufficiency
A 30-year-old woman presents with amenorrhea, hot flashes, and vaginal dryness. What is the likely diagnosis?
Primary ovarian insufficiency
What is the term for the disruption of hormone metabolism due to liver disease?
Cirrhosis
What is the common cause of secondary amenorrhea?
Functional hypothalamic amenorrhea
This quiz covers the concept of hypogonadism, including primary and secondary hypogonadism, clinical features, and diagnosis. Test your knowledge of hormone production and its effects on the human body.
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