Definitions for "Hypogonadism"
functional incompetence of the gonads.
Male hypogonadism is characterised by testosterone levels below the normal range and can be caused by conditions that affect the testes, pituitary gland or hypothalamus gland, or by a genetic disorder. Symptoms can include tiredness, reduced libido and depression.
A condition resulting from or characterised by abnormally decreased functional activity of the gonads (the gamete-producing glands, ovary or testis), with retardation of growth and sexual development.