A pituitary tumor interferes with FSH secretion.How would this effect a male?
A)He would develop a feminine body contour.
B)He would not produce sperm.
C)He would have an erection.
D)There would be no effect as FSH is found only in females.
E)He would produce too many sperm.

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FSH is important for the development and maturation of sperm in males. Without FSH, sperm production can be severely impaired or may not occur at all. Therefore, a pituitary tumor that interferes with FSH secretion would affect a male's ability to produce sperm. Choice A is incorrect as a pituitary tumor affecting FSH secretion would not necessarily result in a change in body contour. Choice C may or may not occur as it depends on a variety of factors unrelated to FSH. Choice D is incorrect as FSH is produced by both males and females. Choice E is unlikely as excessive sperm production is not a known effect of FSH disruption.

A Pituitary Tumor Interferes with FSH Secretion