Testicular Feminization: Prevention & Expectations (Complete Androgen Insensitivity Syndrome, Male Pseudohermaphroditism)

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Testicular Feminization

Alternate Names : Complete Androgen Insensitivity Syndrome, Male Pseudohermaphroditism

Testicular Feminization | Symptoms & Signs | Diagnosis & Tests | Prevention & Expectations | Treatment & Monitoring

What are the long-term effects of the condition?

A person with complete testicular feminization is a completely normal female externally. The person can lead quite normal lives, but cannot bear children. There is a risk of testicular cancer in the underdeveloped testicles, so they should be removed.

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Author: Stuart Wolf, MD
Reviewer: Eileen McLaughlin, RN, BSN
Date Reviewed: 06/07/01

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