Conditions & Diseases

A hormonal imbalance occurs when certain hormone levels are too high or too low. Depending on which hormone is high or low, an imbalance can cause a number of different problems.

Cryptorchidism is the medical term for an undescended testicle and is a rather common but treatable condition in male infants

The hypothalamus is located deep in the brain and is an essential part of the endocrine system.

Pituitary tumors can cause hormonal problems or press on nearby structures, causing other symptoms. Learn more about pituitary tumor causes and treatment.

You can think of your pituitary gland as the "master gland" and central regulator gland of your body. It’s a small, pea‑sized ball of tissue at the base of the brain, nestled behind your nasal cavities. Pituitary gland disorders can cause many problems with your body, depending on their extent and location.

Secondary hypogonadism, also called hypogonadotropic hypogonadism, is a medical condition that can affect men or women. When it occurs in men, it’s characterized by low testosterone levels, and in women, low estrogen and progesterone.

Anemia is a common condition caused by a lack of healthy red blood cells. Learn more about anemia symptoms, causes, types, and potential treatments.

Primary hypogonadism is low testosterone caused by a problem with your testicles. Learn more about the causes, symptoms, and potential treatments.

“Club hair” might sound like a type of hairstyle you put on before heading to a rave, but it’s actually the technical name for a natural part of your hair growth cycle.

Hypospadias is a birth defect characterized by an opening to the penis found somewhere on the underside of the penis instead of its usual location at the tip.

Lichen sclerosus is a skin disorder that causes white, leathery patches of skin, often around the genitals.

Genital dysesthesia is an abnormal sensation in your genitals, such as burning, tingling, or itchiness, often without an obvious cause.