Congenital Adrenal Hyperplasia - Symptoms, Causes, and Doctors- My Mediland

About- Congenital adrenal hyperplasia (CAH) also called an adrenogenital syndrome is a group of inherited genetic disorders that affect the adrenal glands limiting hormone production.

Symptoms-

Acne
Arrhythmias
Dehydration

Early appearance of pubic hair

Enlarged clitoris or genitals for women

Excess production of the male sex hormones

Facial hair, excessive body hair, and a deepening voice for women
Hyponatremia
Infertility

Insufficient cortisol or aldosterone production

Irregular or absent menstrual periods
Low blood pressure
Low blood Sugar

Metabolic acidosis (too much acid content in the blood)

Noncancerous testicular tumors

Poor weight gain

Rapid growth during childhood

Shorter than average height
Vomiting
Unintended weight loss

Causes- Specific genetic mutations cause Congenital adrenal hyperplasia (CAH)

Specialists to Visit -

Endocrinologist

Pediatrician

Pediatric urologist

Neonatologist

Medical Geneticist

General Surgeon

Gynecologist and Obstetrician

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References-
https://www.mayoclinic.org
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https://www.healthline.com
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https://emedicine.medscape.com
https://rarediseases.info.nih.gov
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