Explore the intricate relationship between the hypothalamus, pituitary gland, and gonads in regulating reproductive functions. Learn about hormone definitions, hypothalamic-pituitary interactions, gonadotropic hormones, and feedback mechanisms crucial for reproductive control.

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The male reproductive system is a complex network involving gonads, ducts, and accessory glands that function to produce and transport sperm. Testes, the primary male gonads, play a crucial role in sperm production through a process called spermatogenesis. This system functions differently from the

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The endocrine system comprises glands that release hormones into the bloodstream, influencing various bodily functions. Key glands include the pituitary, pineal, thyroid, pancreas, gonads, and adrenal glands, each playing a crucial role in regulating metabolism, growth, stress response, and reproduc

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A 3-year-old child was admitted with severe dehydration due to persistent vomiting, alongside failure to thrive. Despite treatment, hypotension remained unresolved. Examination revealed ambiguous genitalia with clitoromegaly and absent gonads. Investigations showed electrolyte imbalances and hormona

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