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Diseases of reproduc
MEDOP 230- Endocrinology: Diseases of the ovaries/testes
Location | Term | Defintion | Note |
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Ovaries | Precocious puberty | Early onset of puberty due to hypersecretion of estradiol | characterized by premature development of the breasts and female secondary sexual characteristics, as well as early onset of menstruation and ovulation. |
Ovaries | Infertility | Hormonal causes include hyposecretion of estradiol, an imbalance in the amount of estradiol and progesterone, or a lack of FSH | these alterations can lead to lack of ovulation, abnormal menstruation, or history of miscarriages. |
Ovaries | Menopause | Cessation of menstruation due to hyposecretion of estradiol in an adult female. | • Is a normal result of the aging process but can also be caused by removal of the ovaries. • Accompanied by vaginal dryness, thinning of the hair, lack of sexual drive, and hot flashes. |
Testes | Precocious puberty | Early onset of puberty due to hypersecretion of testosterone | involves premature development of male secondary sexual characteristics, growth of facial hair, deepening of the voice, and sperm production. |
Testes | Gynecomastia | Enlargement of the breasts due to hyposecretion of testosterone in an adult male. | |
Testes | Infertility | May be caused by hyposecretion of testosterone in an adult male due to undescended testes, surgical removal of the testes, or lack of LH from the anterior pituitary gland. |