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Glossary Congenital Adrenal Hyperplasia

genetic disorder causing adrenal gland hormone imbalances

Congenital Adrenal Hyperplasia (CAH) is a group of genetic disorders affecting the adrenal glands, which are responsible for producing hormones like cortisol and aldosterone. In CAH, enzyme deficiencies lead to an overproduction of androgens (male sex hormones), causing symptoms such as ambiguous genitalia in newborns, early puberty, and excessive hair growth. Treatment typically involves hormone replacement therapy to balance hormone levels.

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research Influence of Genotype and Hyperandrogenism on Sexual Function in Women With Congenital Adrenal Hyperplasia

11 citations , August 2019 in “The Journal of Sexual Medicine”

This study found that women with nonclassic congenital adrenal hyperplasia (NC-CAH) reported lower sexual function and higher sexual distress compared to those with classic CAH (C-CAH), particularly among those showing signs of androgen excess.

research Hyperandrogenism in polycystic ovary syndrome and adrenal hyperplasia: finding differences to make a specific diagnosis

7 citations , January 2025 in “Archives of Gynecology and Obstetrics”

In this review, the authors aim to improve the differential diagnosis between hyperandrogenic PCOS and NCAH, which could lead to more personalized treatment strategies for patients experiencing hyperandrogenism.

research Sexual function in women with androgen excess disorders: classic forms of congenital adrenal hyperplasia and polycystic ovary syndrome

5 citations , June 2020 in “Journal of Endocrinological Investigation”

The study observed that women with congenital adrenal hyperplasia experience more impaired sexual functions and are more often homosexually or bisexually oriented than those with polycystic ovary syndrome.

research Challenges in the Diagnosis of Simple-Virilizing Congenital Adrenal Hyperplasia: A Case Report

1 citations , October 2022 in “Curēus”

This case report highlights the challenges in diagnosing simple-virilizing congenital adrenal hyperplasia, emphasizing the importance of early expert evaluation to prevent irreversible changes such as virilization.

research Clinical, Biochemical and Molecular Characteristics of Congenital Adrenal Hyperplasia Due to 21-Hydroxylase Deficiency

December 2024 in “Journal of Clinical Research in Pediatric Endocrinology”

This study explains that congenital adrenal hyperplasia due to 21-hydroxylase deficiency presents as a continuous phenotype and involves symptoms ranging from virilization to accelerated growth in children, with diagnosis relying on clinical, biochemical, and genetic evaluation.

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