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What is the definition of Hypogonadism Primary Partial Alopecia?
Hypogonadism primary partial alopecia, also known as primary hypergonadotropic hypogonadism-partial alopecia syndrome, is very rare inherited (genetic) disorder characterized by delayed development of the sexual organs (gonads; ovaries and testes) and associated sexual characteristics, such as breast and sperm development, etc., combined with partial hair loss (alopecia). Hypogonadism primary partial alopecia is so rare that it has only yet been described in six females and one male from three families. Hypogonadism primary partial alopecia is due to having parents who are closely-related (consanguinity), in these cases, first cousins believed to have a recent common ancestor.
What are the symptoms of Hypogonadism Primary Partial Alopecia?
Symptoms of hypogonadism primary partial alopecia in females may include partial scalp hair loss; sparse underarm and pubic hair; sparse eyebrows; thin upper lip; abnormally small head; flattened back of head; curvature of the spine; absent or small uterus, vagina, or ovaries; underdeveloped or absent breasts; absence of menstruation; sensorineural deafness; and mild intellectual disability. Symptoms of hypogonadism primary partial alopecia in males may include partial scalp hair loss; inability to produce sperm; and undeveloped, undescended, or absent testes.
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What are the current treatments for Hypogonadism Primary Partial Alopecia?
Treatment for hypogonadism primary partial alopecia involves long-term administration of human chorionic gonadotropin to support more normal sexual development. Alopecia (hair loss) associated with hypogonadism may possibly be treated with photochemotherapy.
Who are the top Hypogonadism Primary Partial Alopecia Local Doctors?
Serge A. Jabbour
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Endocrinology

Jefferson University Physicians

925 Chestnut St, 
Philadelphia, PA 
 7.3 mi
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Serge Jabbour is an Endocrinologist in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. Dr. Jabbour and is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Hypogonadism Primary Partial Alopecia. His top areas of expertise are Type 2 Diabetes (T2D), Hypothyroidism, Papillary Thyroid Cancer, Maturity Onset Diabetes of the Young, and Pancreaticoduodenectomy.

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Endocrinology

University Of Penn - Medical Group

3400 Civic Ctr Blvd, 
Philadelphia, PA 
 8.9 mi
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Peter Snyder is an Endocrinologist in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. Dr. Snyder and is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Hypogonadism Primary Partial Alopecia. His top areas of expertise are Hypogonadism, Isolated Hypogonadotropic Hypogonadism, Hypogonadotropic Hypogonadism, Cushing's disease, and Hormone Replacement Therapy (HRT).

 
 
 
 
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Endocrinology

University Of Penn - Medical Group

3400 Spruce St, 
Philadelphia, PA 
 9.0 mi
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Julia Kharlip is an Endocrinologist in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. Dr. Kharlip and is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Hypogonadism Primary Partial Alopecia. Her top areas of expertise are Pituitary Tumor, Cushing's syndrome due to Adrenal Tumor, Cushing's syndrome, and Exogenous Cushing's syndrome.

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