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Testicular failure    See images

Overview | Symptoms | Treatment | Prevention

Alternative names:

Primary hypogonadism - male

Treatment

Supplementation of male hormones may be successful in treating some forms of testicular failure. In cases that appear to be related to specific exposure or activity exposure, removal of the drug or activity may result in return of normal testicular function.

Prognosis

Many forms of testicular failure are irreversible. However, androgen replacement is effective in reversing symptoms, though it may not restore fertility.

Complications

Testicular failure prior to the onset of puberty will prohibit normal growth, specifically the development of adult male characteristics.

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