Virilism

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  • Pathologic Function
  • Sign or Symptom
Definition:
Development of male secondary sex characteristics in the female. It is due to the effects of androgenic metabolites of precursors from endogenous or exogenous sources, such as adrenal glands or therapeutic drugs.
Synonyms:
  • Androgenization
  • Virilization
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