Hypergonadism
Hypergonadism is a condition where there is a of the gonads.[1] It can manifest as precocious puberty, and is caused by abnormally high levels of testosterone or estrogen, crucial hormones for sexual development. In some cases, it may be caused by a tumor, which can be malignant, but is more commonly benign. Anabolic steroids may also be a major cause of high androgen and estrogen functional activity. Symptoms of the condition may include precocious puberty, rapid growth in adolescents, high libido, acne, excessive hairiness, and others.[citation needed]
See also[]
- Hypergonadotropic hypergonadism
- Hyperandrogenism and hyperestrogenism
- Hypothalamus, pituitary gland, and HPG axis
- GnRH and gonadotropins (FSH and LH)
- Hypogonadism (hypoandrogenism and hypoestrogenism)
References[]
- ^ Danner, Horace Gerald (2014). A Thesaurus of English Word Roots. Rowman & Littlefield. p. 350. ISBN 978-1-4422-3326-3. Retrieved 3 May 2021.
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