Disorders of sex development

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Disorders of Sex Development (DSD)

Disorders of Sex Development (DSD), pronounced /dɪsˈɔːdəz ɒv sɛks dɪˈvɛləpmənt/, are a group of conditions where the reproductive organs and genitals do not develop as expected. Some prefer the term intersex for these conditions. The etymology of the term is from the Latin dis- meaning "apart" and ordo meaning "order", and the Old English seax meaning "sex", and the Latin developare meaning "to unfold".

Types of DSD

There are many different types of DSD, including:

  • 46,XX DSD - This occurs when there are two X chromosomes but the external genitals appear male.
  • 46,XY DSD - This occurs when there are one X and one Y chromosome but the external genitals appear female or ambiguous.
  • Sex chromosome DSD - This occurs when there is an unusual number of sex chromosomes.

Causes

DSD can be caused by:

Diagnosis

Diagnosis of DSD can involve:

Treatment

Treatment for DSD can involve:

  • Hormone therapy - This can help to develop secondary sexual characteristics.
  • Surgery - This can help to make the genitals look more typically male or female.
  • Psychological support - This can help with feelings of confusion or distress.

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