Andrology is the study of male diseases and male health, particularly relating to male reproductive problems and urological problems that are unique to men. Andrology addresses issues of infertility in males, erectile dysfunction, impotence, andropause, also know as male menopause, and male contraception. Although not as well known, Andrology is the male version of gynecology, which deals with medical issues of the female reproductive system.

Symptoms and causes

Andrology causes various symptoms in men most of which goes unnoticed. Here are some symptoms caused by andrology,

• Inability to conceive a child is a major sign of this disease.
• Sexual dysfunction such as decreased sexual desire, unable to ejaculate, erectile dysfunction
• Pain or swelling in the testicular area
• Hormonal abnormality such as decreased growth of facial and body hair and breast development
• Decreased sperm count

Treatment

• Surgery is performed in some cases where the patient is diagnosed with varicocele or obstructed vas deferens restoring fertility.
• Infections are treated using antibiotics even though it does not always improve fertility.
• Conditions such as erectile dysfunction or premature ejaculation are corrected by specific medications as well as couselling.