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Androgen Deficiency

Meaning

Androgen deficiency, also clinically known as hypogonadism, is a condition defined by the insufficient production or action of androgens, which are steroid hormones like testosterone and DHEA, essential for male and female physiology. This hormonal shortfall can manifest in various non-specific symptoms, including diminished libido, fatigue, reduced muscle mass, and changes in mood or cognitive function. Accurate diagnosis requires biochemical confirmation of sub-optimal androgen levels in conjunction with characteristic clinical signs.