Pseudohermaphroditism femininusQ56.2

Author:Prof. Dr. med. Peter Altmeyer

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Last updated on: 29.10.2020

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ovarian hermaphroditism

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DefinitionThis section has been translated automatically.

Presence of female gonads, chromosomal sex female. Phenotype: Male. Caused either by androgenital syndrome or by exposure to androgens in utero.

TherapyThis section has been translated automatically.

In the case of AGS, immediate hormonal substitution of the child with hydrocortisone, and in the case of salt loss with fludrocortisone (e.g. Astonin H). Treatment management by paediatric endocrinologists.

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Last updated on: 29.10.2020

Author: Prof. Dr. med. Peter Altmeyer