What causes hydroxylase deficiency?

The most common cause of congenital adrenal hyperplasia is a genetic mutation. This occurs when there is a change in the 21-hydroxylase enzyme. The adrenal gland needs 21-hydroxylase to make adequate amounts of hormones. If the body is deficit of 21-hydroxylase, which is also known as 21-hydroxylase deficiency, this can result in decreased cortisol production.

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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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How high can your testosterone levels go naturally?

One can have highest testosterone levels if they regularly exercise. Highest will be in the range of 300 to 1,000 nanograms per deciliter (ng/dL).

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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.

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Can women get high off the testosterone in semen?

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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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