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Prevalence of Hypogonadism and Associated Risk Factors among Newly Diagnosed ART Naïve HIV-Infected Males in Mwanza, Tanzania

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Abstract

Hypogonadism was found in nearly half (47.9%) of ART naïve HIV-infected men. The majority (83.9%) had secondary hypogonadism. There was a significant association of hypogonadism with older age, herbal medicine use, weight loss, advanced clinical stage, CD4+ count, and decreased libido.

Research topics

  • Hormonal and reproductive studies
  • Sexual function and dysfunction studies
  • Hypothalamic control of reproductive hormones

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DOI: 10.1155/2024/9679935

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