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Testicular feminization


Testicular feminization is a syndrome in which a person has one X and one Y sex chromosome (making them genetically male), but is resistant to androgens (male hormones).
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Testicular Feminization
Alternate Names
: Complete Androgen Insensitivity Syndrome, Male Pseudohermaphroditism ...
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Testicular feminization
Causes, incidence, and risk factors:
The syndrome is caused by various genetic mutations on the X chromosome. The mutations make a developing male baby unable to respond to androgens.
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The complete androgen insensitivity syndrome was once referred to as testicular feminization (TFM). The name "complete androgen insensitivity syndrome" is scientifically accurate and is more satisfactory to patients and their families.
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