Question
A colleague mentioned that a newborn in the neighborhood has shown abnormal characteristics, exhibiting both male and female traits. The doctor diagnosed it as male pseudohermaphroditism. I would like to understand the causes of male pseudohermaphroditism and the future gender identification of this newborn.
Answer
Male pseudohermaphroditism refers to a condition where males possess both sets of reproductive organ characteristics. This situation may arise from abnormalities during the embryonic development process, leading to deformity in the external genitalia. Currently, there is no effective treatment method, and medication has limited effects. As the child grows up, surgery can be considered to correct the condition by removing excess sexual characteristics and choosing a male reproductive tract based on the situation. We hope the baby recovers soon.