Congenital Adrenal Hyperplasia (CAH) An information leaflet for patients and families

PATIENT MATERIALS

Congenital Adrenal Hyperplasia (CAH) is a genetic condition that affects hormone production, leading to issues like dehydration, early puberty, or unusual genital development in girls. It’s managed with daily hormone treatment, and prenatal care may be offered in some cases to reduce symptoms before birth.

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