Male hypogonadism, acquired or congenital, can be caused by defects that interfere with the hypothalamic-pituitary-testicular axis. It is essential to distinguish between primary hypogonadism and secondary hypogonadism. Symptoms highly suggestive of hypogonadism include decreased spontaneous erections, decreased nocturnal penile tumescence, decreased libido, and reduced testicular volume.Clinicians participating in this activity can expect to gain a comprehensive understanding of male hypogonadism. This activity covers the etiology, emphasizing the impact of hypothalamic-pituitary-testicular axis defects and accentuating the crucial differentiation between primary and secondary hypogonadism. Participants learn to recognize key symptoms and appreciate evaluation and management strategies, including patient selection for screening. Additionally, clinicians will gain insights into testosterone level interpretation, diagnostic criteria, and the nuanced approach required for patients with persistent symptoms despite normal testosterone levels. This activity also highlights the interprofessional team’s role in enhancing care for patients with male hypogonadism.
- Provider:StatPearls, LLC
- Activity Link: https://www.statpearls.com/ArticleLibrary/viewarticle/23268
- Start Date: 2023-09-01 05:00:00
- End Date: 2023-09-01 05:00:00
- Credit Details: AMA PRA Category 1 Credit™️: 1.0 hours
Nursing: 1.0 hours
Pharmacy: 1.0 hours - MOC Credit Details: ABS - 1.0 Point; Credit Type(s): Accredited CME (ABS)
ABPATH - 1.0 Point; Credit Type(s): Lifelong Learning (ABPATH)
ABIM - 1.0 Point; Credit Type(s): Medical Knowledge (ABIM)
ABS - 1.0 Point; Credit Type(s): Self-Assessment (ABS)
ABP - 1.0 Point; Credit Type(s): Lifelong Learning and Self-Assessment (ABP) - Commercial Support: No
- Activity Type: Enduring Material
- CME Finder Type: Online Learning
- Fee to Participate: Variable
- Measured Outcome: Learner Knowledge, Learner/Team Competence
- Provider Ship: Directly Provided
- Registration: Open to all
- Specialty: Adolescent Medicine, Chemical Pathology, Developmental-Behavioral Pediatrics, Endocrinology, Diabetes, and Metabolism, General Pediatrics, General Surgery, Geriatric Medicine, Internal Medicine, Male Genital, Medical Toxicology, Molecular Genetic Pathology, Neonatal-Perinatal Medicine, Pediatric Endocrinology