Hypogonadism: Hormone Production and Clinical Features
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What is the primary characteristic of primary hypogonadism in males?

  • Low Testosterone and High LH/FSH (correct)
  • High Testosterone and High LH/FSH
  • High Testosterone and Low LH/FSH
  • Low Testosterone and Low LH/FSH
  • What is the common feature of primary and secondary hypogonadism in males?

  • Low Testosterone levels (correct)
  • High LH/FSH levels
  • Low LH/FSH levels
  • High Testosterone levels
  • What is the cause of hypogonadism in Klinefelter syndrome?

  • Gonadal dysgenesis
  • Genetic disorder, progressive muscle weakness (correct)
  • Hypothalamus disease
  • Pituitary tumors
  • What is the common complication of untreated male hypogonadism for years?

    <p>Loss of sexual hair, muscle mass, and bones</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary characteristic of secondary hypogonadism in females?

    <p>Low Estrogen and Low-normal LH/FSH</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the cause of secondary hypogonadism in females with HIV/AIDS?

    <p>Inflammatory disease</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary feature of primary amenorrhea?

    <p>Failure to menstruate by 15</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary cause of Asherman Syndrome?

    <p>Uterine surgery</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What percentage of uterine adhesions are caused by uterine curettage?

    <p>90%</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the name of the procedure that is often performed after pregnancy or miscarriage to remove tissue?

    <p>Dilation and curettage (D&amp;C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the layer of the uterus that is often damaged during uterine curettage?

    <p>Basalis</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is a common complication of uterine adhesions during pregnancy?

    <p>Placental abnormalities</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary mechanism by which uterine adhesions cause infertility?

    <p>All of the above</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is a symptom of uterine adhesions that can occur during menstruation?

    <p>Pelvic pain</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the term for the condition where the uterus is scarred and forms adhesions?

    <p>Asherman Syndrome</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the consequence of severe uterine adhesions on fertility?

    <p>Infertility</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the most common cause of primary ovarian insufficiency?

    <p>Hypergonadotropic hypogonadism</p> Signup and view all the answers

    A 25-year-old woman presents with amenorrhea and high levels of prolactin. What is the likely cause of her amenorrhea?

    <p>Pituitary microadenoma</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the characteristic feature of Mullerian agenesis?

    <p>Absence of vagina and uterus</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the term for premature ovarian failure in women under 40 years of age?

    <p>Primary ovarian insufficiency</p> Signup and view all the answers

    A 30-year-old woman presents with amenorrhea, hot flashes, and vaginal dryness. What is the likely diagnosis?

    <p>Primary ovarian insufficiency</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the term for the disruption of hormone metabolism due to liver disease?

    <p>Cirrhosis</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the common cause of secondary amenorrhea?

    <p>Functional hypothalamic amenorrhea</p> Signup and view all the answers

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