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What is the difference between CAH and PCOS?
What is the difference between CAH and PCOS?
What is the difference between CAH and PCOS?
CAH is a genetic disorder where your body does not produce an enzyme needed to make adrenal hormones. Polycystic ovary syndrome (PCOS) is a condition in which the ovaries produce an abnormal amount of androgens. The latter also comes with insulin resistance.
Last updated on 05 Jun 2023
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Are high levels of testosterone dangerous?
Yes, elevated levels of testosterone increases bad cholesterol which puts one in a risk of having cardiovascular issues such as heart attack and strokes.
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Can women get high off the testosterone in semen?
No
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What is the scientific basis of gender being a spectrum?
Gender is not a spectrum, hence science cannot prove it.
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Is Congenital Adrenal Hyperplasia classed as a disability?
Yes, one can claim social security disability insurance for congenital adrenal hyperplasia.
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Do transwomen have more testosterone than estrogen?
The testosterone levels were more than females however, lesser than males
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