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{{Infobox medical condition | |||
| name = Progestin-induced virilization | |||
| synonyms = | |||
| field = [[Endocrinology]] | |||
| symptoms = [[Virilization]], [[ambiguous genitalia]] | |||
| complications = | |||
| onset = [[Prenatal]] | |||
| duration = | |||
| causes = [[Progestin]] exposure during pregnancy | |||
| risks = | |||
| diagnosis = [[Physical examination]], [[medical history]] | |||
| differential = [[Congenital adrenal hyperplasia]], [[androgen insensitivity syndrome]] | |||
| prevention = Avoidance of progestin exposure during pregnancy | |||
| treatment = [[Surgical intervention]], [[hormone therapy]] | |||
| medication = | |||
| prognosis = | |||
| frequency = Rare | |||
}} | |||
'''Progestin-induced virilization''' is a rare condition that occurs when female fetuses are exposed to progestins, a type of synthetic progesterone, during the first trimester of pregnancy. This exposure can lead to the development of male physical characteristics (virilization) in female fetuses. | '''Progestin-induced virilization''' is a rare condition that occurs when female fetuses are exposed to progestins, a type of synthetic progesterone, during the first trimester of pregnancy. This exposure can lead to the development of male physical characteristics (virilization) in female fetuses. | ||
== Causes == | == Causes == | ||
Progestin-induced virilization is caused by exposure to [[progestins]] during the first trimester of pregnancy. Progestins are synthetic forms of [[progesterone]], a hormone that plays a key role in the menstrual cycle and pregnancy. They are often used in hormonal contraceptives and to treat conditions such as abnormal uterine bleeding and endometriosis. | Progestin-induced virilization is caused by exposure to [[progestins]] during the first trimester of pregnancy. Progestins are synthetic forms of [[progesterone]], a hormone that plays a key role in the menstrual cycle and pregnancy. They are often used in hormonal contraceptives and to treat conditions such as abnormal uterine bleeding and endometriosis. | ||
== Symptoms == | == Symptoms == | ||
The symptoms of progestin-induced virilization can vary, but may include: | The symptoms of progestin-induced virilization can vary, but may include: | ||
* Enlarged clitoris ([[clitoromegaly]]) | * Enlarged clitoris ([[clitoromegaly]]) | ||
* Partial fusion of the labia | * Partial fusion of the labia | ||
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* Deep voice | * Deep voice | ||
* Increased body hair | * Increased body hair | ||
== Diagnosis == | == Diagnosis == | ||
Diagnosis of progestin-induced virilization can be challenging, as the condition is rare and the symptoms can vary. A detailed medical history, physical examination, and laboratory tests may be used to make a diagnosis. | Diagnosis of progestin-induced virilization can be challenging, as the condition is rare and the symptoms can vary. A detailed medical history, physical examination, and laboratory tests may be used to make a diagnosis. | ||
== Treatment == | == Treatment == | ||
Treatment for progestin-induced virilization is typically focused on managing the symptoms. This may include surgery to reduce the size of the clitoris and reconstruct the labia, hormone therapy, and psychological support. | Treatment for progestin-induced virilization is typically focused on managing the symptoms. This may include surgery to reduce the size of the clitoris and reconstruct the labia, hormone therapy, and psychological support. | ||
== See also == | == See also == | ||
* [[Virilization]] | * [[Virilization]] | ||
* [[Progestin]] | * [[Progestin]] | ||
* [[Progesterone]] | * [[Progesterone]] | ||
* [[Clitoromegaly]] | * [[Clitoromegaly]] | ||
== References == | == References == | ||
<references /> | <references /> | ||
{{stub}} | {{stub}} | ||
[[Category:Endocrine disorders]] | [[Category:Endocrine disorders]] | ||
[[Category:Gynecological conditions]] | [[Category:Gynecological conditions]] | ||
[[Category:Pediatric disorders]] | [[Category:Pediatric disorders]] | ||
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Latest revision as of 22:34, 3 April 2025
| Progestin-induced virilization | |
|---|---|
| Synonyms | |
| Pronounce | N/A |
| Specialty | N/A |
| Symptoms | Virilization, ambiguous genitalia |
| Complications | |
| Onset | Prenatal |
| Duration | |
| Types | N/A |
| Causes | Progestin exposure during pregnancy |
| Risks | |
| Diagnosis | Physical examination, medical history |
| Differential diagnosis | Congenital adrenal hyperplasia, androgen insensitivity syndrome |
| Prevention | Avoidance of progestin exposure during pregnancy |
| Treatment | Surgical intervention, hormone therapy |
| Medication | |
| Prognosis | |
| Frequency | Rare |
| Deaths | N/A |
Progestin-induced virilization is a rare condition that occurs when female fetuses are exposed to progestins, a type of synthetic progesterone, during the first trimester of pregnancy. This exposure can lead to the development of male physical characteristics (virilization) in female fetuses.
Causes[edit]
Progestin-induced virilization is caused by exposure to progestins during the first trimester of pregnancy. Progestins are synthetic forms of progesterone, a hormone that plays a key role in the menstrual cycle and pregnancy. They are often used in hormonal contraceptives and to treat conditions such as abnormal uterine bleeding and endometriosis.
Symptoms[edit]
The symptoms of progestin-induced virilization can vary, but may include:
- Enlarged clitoris (clitoromegaly)
- Partial fusion of the labia
- Unusual facial features
- Deep voice
- Increased body hair
Diagnosis[edit]
Diagnosis of progestin-induced virilization can be challenging, as the condition is rare and the symptoms can vary. A detailed medical history, physical examination, and laboratory tests may be used to make a diagnosis.
Treatment[edit]
Treatment for progestin-induced virilization is typically focused on managing the symptoms. This may include surgery to reduce the size of the clitoris and reconstruct the labia, hormone therapy, and psychological support.
See also[edit]
References[edit]
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