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Males: screen for erectile dysfunction (ED) and hypogonadism

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It is recommended that this be done for males in the Robust and Frail categories but should only be considered in males with moderate (not severe) dementia. ED is common, with multiple treatments available.

Male hypogonadism is also common and is associated with muscle weakness and osteoporosis. The ADAM (Androgen Deficiency in Aging Males) screen for hypogonadism has high sensitivity and adequate specificity (Chapter 95 for details).

Pathy's Principles and Practice of Geriatric Medicine

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