Delayed Puberty, Eroticism, and Sense of Smell, a Psychological Study of Economic and Social Consequences (Kallmann’s Syndrome): A Rare Case Report

A BSTRACT Kallmann syndrome is defined as the association of hypogonadotropic hypogonadism and anosmia or hyposmia caused by abnormal migration of olfactory axons and neurons producing gonadotropin-releasing hormone. It is a nonlife-threatening disease with relatively good treatment. However, the ef...

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Published in:	Biomolecular and Health Science Journal Vol. 7; no. 1; pp. 75 - 79
Main Authors:	Azlansyah, Azlansyah, Pakpahan, Cennikon, Hermansyah, Hermansyah, Ashari, Faisal Yusuf, Rainato, Gustavo Santos, Nathanael, Kenley, Atmaja, Maxwell Salvador Surya
Format:	Journal Article
Language:	English
Published:	Wolters Kluwer – Medknow Publications 01-03-2024
Subjects:	anosmia delayed puberty hypogonadotropic hypogonadism kallmann syndrome psychological well-being
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Summary:	A BSTRACT Kallmann syndrome is defined as the association of hypogonadotropic hypogonadism and anosmia or hyposmia caused by abnormal migration of olfactory axons and neurons producing gonadotropin-releasing hormone. It is a nonlife-threatening disease with relatively good treatment. However, the effects of the condition persist throughout the affected individuals’ lifetimes, leading to significant economic and social consequences. A man presented with eunuchoid body proportions complains about the size of his penis, absence of hair throughout the body, micropenis, and small testicles. Associated findings included hyposmia and a high-pitched voice. The patient experiences psychosexual impacts as a result of this illness. The patient could not undergo treatment to alleviate his genital size concern due to financial constraints as the treatment was not covered by government insurance.
ISSN:	2620-8636 2620-8636
DOI:	10.4103/bhsj.bhsj_44_23