Sam Was Diagnosed with Hypogonadism at the Age of Seven

question 16

Multiple Choice

Sam was diagnosed with hypogonadism at the age of seven years. Which of the following is MOST likely to be true of Sam?

• A) He would have had physically abnormal genitals at birth.
• B) The development of his secondary sex characteristics is likely to be retarded.
• C) He will likely have a higher than normal sex drive at puberty.
• D) He will likely develop normally as this condition has no direct effect on physical development.

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