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Symptoms
However, they may appear to enter puberty as early as 2-3 years of age. Changes may include:.Deep voice Early appeara...
Causes
Congenital adrenal hyperplasia can affect both boys and girls. People with congenital adrenal hyperplasia lack an enz...
Tests
Abnormal salt levels in blood (serum electrolytes) and urineHigh levels of 17-OH progesteroneHigh levels of serum DHE...
Treatments
People may need additional doses of medicine during times of stress, such as severe illness or surgery.The health car...
Drugs
Most people with CAH are treated with cortisol-like medications and in most cases this therapy is life-long. The goa...
Prevention
Parents with a family history of congenital adrenal hyperplasia(of any type) or a child who has the condition should ...
Doctor Specialties
Call for an appointment with your health care provider if your child develops symptoms of this disorder.If you had a ...
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