Description

Andrology is the branch of medicine that deals with male reproductive health and male urological issues, kind of like the male equivalent of gynecology for women. It focuses on problems related to the male reproductive system, sexual health, and hormonal balance, often overlapping with urology and endocrinology. 🧬 Key Areas in Andrology 🔹 1. Male Infertility Low sperm count (oligospermia) Poor sperm motility (asthenozoospermia) Abnormal sperm shape (teratozoospermia) Blockages in reproductive tract Varicocele (enlarged veins in scrotum) Genetic or hormonal causes 🔹 2. Erectile Dysfunction (ED) Inability to achieve or maintain an erection Causes: vascular disease, diabetes, low testosterone, psychological issues, medications 🔹 3. Ejaculatory Disorders Premature ejaculation Delayed ejaculation Retrograde ejaculation 🔹 4. Hypogonadism (Low Testosterone) Fatigue, low libido, mood swings, infertility, loss of muscle mass Managed with Testosterone Replacement Therapy (TRT) 🔹 5. Peyronie’s Disease Curvature of the penis due to fibrous scar tissue Can cause pain and ED 🔹 6. Male Contraception & Sterilization Vasectomy and reversal Emerging male birth control methods 🔹 7. Sexually Transmitted Infections (STIs) in Men Diagnosis, treatment, and sexual health education 🔍 Diagnostics in Andrology Semen analysis Hormone tests (testosterone, FSH, LH, prolactin) Penile Doppler ultrasound (for ED or Peyronie’s) Scrotal ultrasound (for testicular issues) Genetic testing (in cases of infertility) 🛠️ Treatments Medications: PDE5 inhibitors (e.g., sildenafil), hormonal therapies, antibiotics Surgical procedures: Varicocelectomy, penile prosthesis, vasectomy reversal Lifestyle changes: Diet, exercise, managing comorbidities like diabetes or obesity Counseling: For psychosexual or relationship issues 🧑‍⚕️ Who Treats Andrology Cases? Andrologists (often urologists with special training) Endocrinologists Reproductive specialists Sex therapists (in cases involving psychological components)