Top Questions on Managing Hypogonadism

Dr. Rahul GuptaMD-Ayurveda, Bachelor of Ayurveda, Medicine & Surgery (BAMS)Sexologist

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Hello- hypogonadism is a condition that occurs when the body's sex glands, the testes for males and ovaries for females, produce little or no hormones. For males with hypogonadism, low testosterone can affect the development and maintenance of male reproductive organs, including the testes, penis and prostate. In fact, low testosterone levels can lead to issues like reduced muscle strength, hair loss and impotence. In ayurveda, hypogonadism usually presents as shandhatva or napunsakta. It means inability to sire a progeny by either. In case your tests shows abnormal hormone levels and you experience the signs and symptoms for the same, don't worry. Ayurvedic vajikaran therapy (which includes, aphrodisiac herbs), and some simple lifestyle and dietary changes can help you recover naturally. 

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Dr. Sajeev KumarC.S.C, D.C.H, M.B.B.SCardiologist

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Your doctor will conduct a physical exam during which he or she will note whether your sexual development, such as your pubic hair, muscle mass and size of your testes, is consistent with your age. Your doctor may test your blood level of testosterone if you have any of the signs or symptoms of hypogonadism. 

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Dr. Prabhakar Laxman JatharMBBS, CCEBDM, Diploma in Diabetology, Diploma in Clinical Nutrition & Dietetics, Cetificate Course In Thyroid Disorders Management (CCMTD)Endocrinologist

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Mr. lybrate-user, Thanks for the query. For Hypothyroidism and also for Hashimoto's Thyroiditis leading to that condition, treatment is same, that is taking adequate dosage of Levothyroxine. Your TSH is well maintained. You may look at taking some Selenium containing tablets also, which are helpful in reducing anti TPO antibodies. For overcoming the weakness you have to look at your over all diet and also do regular exercise. Also check Hemoglobin level. Thanks. 

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Dr. Pramod Kumar SharmaMBBS, MDEndocrinologist

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Highly purified have lower chances of allergic reactions and said to be more effective. Difference in 2000 and 5000 units is in quantity. 

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Dr. Jayvirsinh ChauhanMD - Homeopathy, BHMSHomeopath

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It can develop female secondary sexual organs like chest growth, hair growth in body, mood swings, and other hormonal issues. 

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Dr. Amitkumar Dashrath Barai ( Gold Medalist )BAMS, PG Diploma (Sexual Therapy), PG Certificate (Cosmetology & Laser Therapy), PG Diploma in sexology, psychosexual medicine, infertility, Fellowship in Sexology, Fellowship in Medical Trichology, Fellowship in Clinical Cosmetology, Advance Medical Skin Aesthetics and Laser, PG Diploma in clinical Cosmetology, PG Diploma in Medical Trichology, Hair Transplant Assistant, OZONE THERAPY, MD-BIO CHEMIC MEDICINESexologist

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Testosterone booster foods 1-- Zinc, Vitamin C and D rich foods bananas, carrots, avocado, ginger, onion, garlic, dark chocolate, honey, milk, eggs, oyster etc. 2-- herbs Ashwagandha, maca, horny goat weed extract, shatavari, vidarikand, etc 3-- weight lifting 4-- meditation 5-- Yoga and morning exercise 6-- avoid stress and alcohol and smoke. 

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Dr. Bhagyesh PatelMS - General Surgery, FMAS.LaparoscopyGeneral Surgeon

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Hello dear Lybrate user, Warm welcome to Lybrate.com I have evaluated your query thoroughly. No medicines in ayurved or homeopath has to consult endocrine specialist only for allopathy Hope this clears your query. Wishing you fine recovery. Welcome for any further assistance at my private URL https://www.Lybrate.com/gandhinagar/doctor/dr-bhagyesh-patel-general-surgeon Regards take care. 

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Dr. Nikhilesh BorkarMBBS, M.S. General Surgery, M.R.C.S. England, M.Ch. Surgical Oncology, DNB Surgical Oncology, FEBS Surgical Oncology, DNB General Surgery, MNAMS, FMAS, FIAGES, FAIS, FICS, FEBS Breast Surgery, FACS, Fellowship IFHNOS & MSKCC USA, Fellowship in breast and oncplastic SurgeryOncologist

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If hypo or hyper thyroidism, then see an endocrinologist. If swelling only then see a cancer or head and neck surgeon. 

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Dr. Prabhakar Laxman JatharMBBS, CCEBDM, Diploma in Diabetology, Diploma in Clinical Nutrition & Dietetics, Cetificate Course In Thyroid Disorders Management (CCMTD)Endocrinologist

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Lybrate-user, Thanks for the query. With TSH 8.5 mU/L, what are symptoms noticed? Usually up 9.9 mU/L, it is considered as subclinical and no treatment is given. However you have the earlier history of having hypothyroidism. Hence it is better to start thyroxine again in a lower dose of 25 to 50 mcg. Then check TSH again after 6 to 7 weeks. It is essential to maintain TSH around 3 to 4 mU/L. Thanks. 

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Thyroxine is NOT banned or prohibited in Qatar. Having said that, I strongly recommend that you carry a genuine prescription by the treating doctor with you along with the meds. 

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