menotropins and Androgen-Insensitivity-Syndrome

Subfertility is defined as the condition of being less than normally fertile though still capable of effecting fertilization. When these subfertile couples seek assistance for conception, a thorough evaluation of male endocrine function is often overlooked. Spermatogenesis is a complex process where even subtle alterations in this process can lead to subfertility or infertility. Male endocrine abnormalities may suggest a specific diagnosis contributing to subfertility; however, in many patients, the underlying etiology is still unknown. Optimizing underlying endocrine abnormalities may improve spermatogenesis and fertility. This manuscript reviews reproductive endocrine abnormalities and hormone-based treatments.

Topics: Adrenal Hyperplasia, Congenital; Androgen-Insensitivity Syndrome; Aromatase Inhibitors; Chorionic Gonadotropin; Clomiphene; Follicle Stimulating Hormone, Human; Humans; Hyperprolactinemia; Hypogonadism; Infertility, Male; Male; Menotropins; Obesity; Reproductive Control Agents; Selective Estrogen Receptor Modulators; Tamoxifen; Thyroid Diseases