Chapter 80: Reproductive and Hormonal Functions of the Male (and Function of the Pineal Gland)

Chapter 80: Reproductive and Hormonal Functions of the Male (and Function of the Pineal Gland)

Complete Chapter Questions With Answers

Sample Questions Are Posted Below

1. Which of the following cell types produce testosterone in the male?

1. Sertoli cells
2. Glomerulosa cells
3. Leydig cells
4. Thecal cells

ANS: C

Questions 2-4: A 51-year-old male presented to his physician with a complaint of difficulty maintaining an erection during sexual intercourse. During the history and physical, he said he had been a diabetic since he was eight years old. He had some problems with retinopathy previously, and he was taking an angiotensin-converting enzyme inhibitor, a statin and insulin injections daily. He has six children, ages 7 – 22 years. His heart and lung sounds were within normal limits. His EKG showed normal sinus rhythm with a rate of 75 bpm. His laboratory studies included blood sugar 120 mg/dL, BUN 16 mg/dL, serum creatinine 0.6 mg/dL, cholesterol 180 mg/dL, hematocrit 49%, Hgb A_1c 7. His urine was positive for microalbuminuria, negative for glucose.

2. It is likely that this individual is suffering from which condition?

1. Cryptorchidism
2. Erectile dysfunction
3. Premature ejaculation
4. Hyperandrogenism

ANS: B

3. A possible cause for his condition is which of the following?

1. Old age
2. Medications
3. Hypercholesterolemia
4. Retinopathy

ANS: B

4. What treatment would you recommend for this individual?
5. An androgen receptor antagonist
6. A 5a-reductase inhibitor
7. Androgen therapy
8. A phosphodiesterase-5 inhibitor

ANS: D