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Roshirl Francisco1, Sarah Jaroudi1, Mariam Murtaza Ali2
1Texas Tech University Health Sciences Center School of MedicineLubbock Texas.
Proceedings (Baylor University. Medical Center)
|April 9, 2019
Summary
Clomiphene citrate effectively treats male hypogonadism symptoms and normalizes testosterone levels. This oral medication offers a promising alternative for patients experiencing polycythemia with traditional testosterone therapy.
Area of Science:
- Endocrinology
- Men's Health
- Pharmacology
Background:
- Male hypogonadism frequently causes sexual dysfunction.
- Intramuscular testosterone is a common treatment but can lead to secondary polycythemia.
- Identifying alternative treatments for hypogonadism is crucial.
Observation:
- A patient with hypogonadism developed secondary polycythemia due to testosterone therapy.
- This patient was treated with oral clomiphene citrate.
- Clomiphene citrate treatment improved hypogonadal symptoms and normalized testosterone levels.
Findings:
- Clomiphene citrate effectively restored normal free testosterone levels in the patient.
- The patient's hypogonadal symptoms improved with clomiphene citrate therapy.
- Clomiphene citrate is an inexpensive oral medication.
Implications:
- Clomiphene citrate presents a viable and cost-effective oral treatment option for secondary hypogonadism.
- It is a promising alternative for hypogonadal patients who develop secondary polycythemia with testosterone therapy.
- Further research into clomiphene citrate for male hypogonadism is warranted.
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