Abstract

Chronic kidney disease is associated with gonadal dysfunction. Patient usually present with deceased libido, erectile dysfunction & defective ejaculation. Significant derangements of the hypothalamic pituitary axes is commonly identified in uremic patients with reduced total & free serum testosterone levels and increased LH & FSH levels. Elevated levels of prolactin is usually seen in ESRD & is thought to contribute to the high prevalence of hypogonadism & sexual dysfunction. This study aims to evaluate the effect of treatment of hyperprolactinemia on sexual function in ESRD patients.

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