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David R Hooper1, Adam S Tenforde2, Anthony C Hackney3
1a Department of Kinesiology , Jacksonville University , Jacksonville , FL , USA.
The Physician and Sportsmedicine
|August 1, 2018
Summary
Exercise-Hypogonadal Male Condition (EHMC) in athletes involves low testosterone and symptoms. Treatment focuses on nutrition and training adjustments, not banned substances, to optimize male athlete health.
Area of Science:
- Sports Medicine
- Endocrinology
- Exercise Physiology
Background:
- Exercise-Hypogonadal Male Condition (EHMC) is characterized by low serum testosterone and hypogonadism symptoms in male athletes.
- Endurance, anaerobic, and power sports can all contribute to reduced testosterone levels.
- Low testosterone accompanied by symptoms like fatigue or sexual dysfunction negatively impacts athlete health and performance.
Purpose of the Study:
- To describe the Exercise-Hypogonadal Male Condition (EHMC) in athletes.
- To highlight the importance of recognizing EHMC for athlete health optimization.
- To recommend appropriate management strategies for EHMC.
Main Methods:
- Literature review and clinical observation synthesis.
- Analysis of testosterone levels and associated symptoms in various athletic populations.
- Evaluation of treatment options within the context of anti-doping regulations.
Main Results:
- EHMC affects athletes across diverse sports, not just endurance athletes.
- Symptoms of hypogonadism in athletes necessitate consideration beyond testosterone levels alone.
- Pharmacological treatments are often unavailable due to anti-doping rules.
Conclusions:
- EHMC requires recognition for maintaining male athlete health.
- Nutritional intervention and training modification are recommended treatments for EHMC.
- Optimizing male athlete health involves addressing EHMC through lifestyle adjustments.
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