Diabetes and Endocrinology

Endocrinology: Male and Female Reproductive Health

Reproductive endocrinology is a subspecialty of gynecology and obstetrics. Reproductive endocrinologist is a very important part of obstetrics and gynecology in which the doctor is trained in reproductive medicine explaining hormonal functioning as it is indirectly related to reproduction. They are prepared to assess and treat dysfunctions in men and women apart from infertility. Reproductive endocrinologists have specific training in obstetrics and gynecology before undergoing subspecialty training in reproductive endocrinology and infertility.

Male endocrinology

Testicular glands produce abnormally low amounts of testosterone, may receive testosterone replacement therapy. For some men, lower than normal testosterone produces no apparent effect; for others, the effects of this condition may include:

·Reduced sexual function, in terms of desire, erections and fertility

·Reduced muscle size and strength, more body fat and lower bone density

·Insomnia or other sleep problems

Female endocrinology

Female endocrinology is largely concerned with the reproductive cycle driven by estrogen and other cyclic female hormones. Related issues that the endocrinologist can help assess:

·Heavy, light or absent periods

·Premenstrual syndrome

·Abnormalities that can produce symptoms that accompany menstruation, such as ovarian cysts or uterine fibroids

·Early or delayed menarche

·Menstrual irregularity