What Are The Symptoms Of Hypogonadism?
If your son developed hypogonadism in the womb, he may have: • Undescended testicles (cryptorchidism) • Small penis (micropenis) • Feminized or ambiguous genitals (hermaphroditism) • Urethral opening on the bottom of the penis, instead of at the end of the glans (hypospadias) Genetic disorders such as chromosomal variants 47,XYY and XXY (Klinefelter Syndrome) are the most common form of genetic based hypogonadism. Hypogonadism does not present significant symptoms in most boys until puberty. Suspect XXY or Klinefelter syndrome if your son is taller than 75% of his male classmates, has thin arms and shoulders, severe acne, and is clumsy and uncoordinated. He will not have any physical abnormalities. If your son does not develop a beard, but does develop enlarged breasts, and you are concerned about his lack of growth, then see your doctor. (See www.andropausesupport.com) Adult males with Klinefelter Syndrome are infertile, tend to be taller than average, have little body hair, have fema
