hypogonadism

hypogonadism definition - medical

hy·po·go·nad·ism (hīˌpō-gōˈnăd-ĭzˌəm, -gŏnˈə-dĭzˌəm)

noun
Inadequate functioning of the testes or ovaries as manifested by deficiencies in gametogenesis or the secretion of gonadal hormones.

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