What endocrine disorder is associated with ambiguous genitalia?  What is the pathophysiology behind these genital changes?

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1. A newborn is born with ambiguous genitalia. It appears that she might be female but has a very enlarged clitoris. The healthcare provider believes the condition was caused by an endocrine disorder.

A. What endocrine disorder is associated with ambiguous genitalia?  What is the pathophysiology behind these genital changes?

B. What should the patient be monitored for as they get older? What testing should be done?

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