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Effects of Androgen Deficiency and Replacement on Male Fertility

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Androgen Deficiency and Testosterone Replacement

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Many clinicians need to know the treatments available for men with androgen deficiency desiring to have children. Some of these men may be on a lifetime androgen supplementation, and careful consideration must be made with the prescribed medication to allow for spermatogenesis. Certain types of hypogonadism can be treated with alternative treatment, such as testosterone supplementation. The etiology, diagnosis, and treatment of men with all forms of hypogonadism are explored, with an emphasis on appropriate androgen replacement that maximizes sperm production. Treatment regimens are described, so clinicians have a stepwise approach to the management of this special population.

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    Andrew C. Kramer MD

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    Wayne J.G. Hellstrom

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Kramer, A.C. (2013). Effects of Androgen Deficiency and Replacement on Male Fertility. In: Hellstrom, W. (eds) Androgen Deficiency and Testosterone Replacement. Current Clinical Urology. Humana Press, Totowa, NJ. https://doi.org/10.1007/978-1-62703-179-0_8

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