HERBAL TREATMENT FOR MALE HYPOGONADISM

Pranita Sunar* and Sabitri Pradhan

Male Hypogonadism is a disorder that occurs when the body is unable to produce adequate levels of testosterone hormone. Testosterone is a primary androgenic hormone which is responsible for the appropriate development and expansion of male sexual organs along with the maintenance of secondary sex characteristics. The testosterone levels in men starts dropping down around the age 25 and continue to decline substantially with age. Annually, the testosterone levels may fall by 2%. After puberty, hypogonadism typically causes complaints such as lowered libido, erectile dysfunction, infertility, gynecomastia, poor masculinization, changes in body composition, affects body and facial hair and osteoporosis. Low testosterone levels can cause a variety of issues with an individual's psychological and physical well-being. The purpose of the present study was to bring a quick overview of commonly used medicinal plants that can effectively enhance testosterone levels in males.