Treatment:

Male hormone supplements may successfully treat some forms of testicular failure. Men who take testosterone replacement therapy need to be carefully monitored by a doctor. Testosterone may cause overgrowth of the prostate gland and an abnormal increase in red blood cells.

Avoiding a specific drug or activity known to cause the problem may result in return of normal testicular function.

Expectations (prognosis):

Many forms of testicular failure cannot be reversed. Hormone replacement therapy can help reverse symptoms, although it may not restore fertility.

Complications:

Testicular failure before the onset of puberty will stop normal body growth, specifically the development of adult male characteristics.

Calling your health care provider:

Call for an appointment with your health care provider if you have symptoms of testicular failure.