Endocrine Disorders: Evaluation and Management

  • Author: Todd T. Brown, MD (More Info)
  • Editors in Chief: Daniel R. Kuritzkes, MD; Joseph J. Eron, Jr., MD
  • Last Reviewed: 11/14/16 (What's New)

Summary

  • Testosterone replacement with intramuscular, transdermal, or buccal preparations should be initiated in patients with confirmed hypogonadism
  • Goal of these therapies is to maintain testosterone levels in the mid range of normal for a healthy male
  • Patients receiving testosterone require regular monitoring (Table 5) (Management Guidelines)[Testosterone Guidelines]

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Keywords: Endocrine Disorders

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