Disorders of Sexual Development (DSD): What You Need to Know

Disorders of sexual development (DSD) are a series of conditions that affect a person’s genitals or reproductive organs. Learn about DSD, including the different types of DSD, symptoms, diagnosis and treatment.

What Are Disorders of Sexual Development (DSD)?

Babies who are born with incompletely developed external genitals or with external genitals which do not match their internal organs are said to have disorders of sexual development (DSD). DSD are considered congenital problems (problems present at birth) of development. DSD can have many causes.

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• About Disorders of Sexual Development (DSD)
• Causes and Symptoms
• Diagnosis and Treatment
• Resources

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