Kallmann syndrome is caused by too little Gonadotropin Releasing Hormone (GnRH) from the hypothalamus gland. GnRH from the hypothalamus is supposed to stimulate the pituitary gland to release (LH) and (FSH); which in turn act on the sex organs and gonads. It is the hypothalamus gland that is defective in Kallman syndrome, not the pituitary gland.
Other Questions About Kallman syndrome/hypogonadotropic hypogonadism
- Would a pituitary gland replacement be a cure for Kallman syndrome?
- Why does Kallmann Syndrome affect more males than females?
- Why can people with Kallmann Syndrome have reduced bone density?
- Who else in my family should I test for Kallmann Syndrome?
- Where do I find other people with Kallmann Syndrome ?
