Virilization: what is it?

The term virilization refers to a set of signs and symptoms attributable to the presence of significant hyperandrogenism in women.
In other words, the term virilization is intended to denote a particular clinical picture in which a female patient is found to develop typically masculine, but not only, physical traits.

The causes of virilization may be pathological (i.e., attributable to disease or dysfunction), or it may lie in the inordinate and poorly controlled abuse of testosterone derivatives for anabolic or sexual purposes.

FEATURED SPECIALISTS

Viewing 1 - 5 of 5 members

Dr. Tiziana Volpe

active 5 years, 3 months ago

Gynecologists, Basic Doctors, Professional Counselor
- Piazzale Jonio 50 - Roma
phone
Dr. Roberto Zaffaroni

active 5 years, 3 months ago

Basic Doctors, Therapist
- Via San Francesco D' Assisi 5 - Varese
phone
Dott.ssa Emanuela Costantino

active 5 years, 3 months ago

Neurologists
- Via Gallinara 2/B - Cagliari
phone
Dr. Sergio Ettore Salteri

active 5 years, 3 months ago

Basic Doctors, Chiropractors, Posturologists
- Via Vial di Romans 8 - Cordenons
phone
Dr. Francesca Marceddu

active 5 years, 3 months ago

Anesthesiologists, Basic Doctors
- Via del Risorgimento 49 - Pirri
phone

Viewing 1 - 5 of 5 members

Epileptic seizure: what to do?

The seizures are self-limiting and very often do not allow a rapid intervention. It is necessary, therefore, to keep some pointers in mind: Preventing lessons that the patient might unintentionally

Diving, the basic rules

The human body, while moving through water, swimming or diving, knows that it poses a constant danger since it cannot survive under this element except with reserves of air. Never dive alone.

Periodontal Disease. What is it all about?

Periodontitis is a chronic infectious disease that affects the supporting structures around the tooth such as gingiva and bone. What are the triggers and symptoms? Periodontitis (once called Pyorrhea) is

Lots of bacteria in your shoes and on your smartphone

Vast populations of bacteria inhabit our shoes and on our cell phones. The research The researchers collected samples from widely used objects that we all manipulate on a daily basis:

Melanoma, doubts about generalized screening but all agree on the importance of prevention

Because melanoma cases have been steadily increasing, U.S. citizens have been asked to undergo early screening for this most dangerous skin cancer for a few years now. But some dermatologists

Risk factors, complications, and prevention of ankylosing spondylitis

The risk factors for ankylosing spondylitis (AS) can be various, starting with a fragile vertebral structure or the presence of persistent rheumatic diseases.

Starting a physical activity: some tips

The reasons that often prompt us to start a physical activity are many and varied. One of the main motivations is definitely aesthetic (one plays sports to improve one’s physical

Great physicians of antiquity: Galen

Galen, (he was born in Pergamon in 129 A.D. ,and died in 201) devoted his life to the knowledge and dissemination of Medicine in the Greek world, passing on his knowledge until the beginning of the Renaissance.

Time change: the effects on the gut

The transition from daylight saving time to daylight saving time and vice versa causes some transient discomfort for many people, especially in terms of resynchronization of sleep-wake rhythms and mealtimes,

Two nocturnal enemies: insomnia and scorching heat

Insomnia is already in itself a significant disorder that alters in people the sphere of habits, family relationships, and even the psychological sphere with considerable influence on mood and emotions.

RELATED PATHOLOGIES

Menopause

Menopause is a physiological event that affects all women in the age range of 46 to 53 years and corresponds to the gradual loss of ovarian function and, therefore, the

Hirsutism and virilization

Hirsutism is a condition that primarily affects women and consists of the growth of dark hairs in skin areas in which significant hair is normally present only in adult men,

Tumors of the adrenal glands

The adrenal glands (or adrenals) are two small triangular structures “resting” on the kidneys and responsible for the production of several hormones critical for metabolic and hydroelectrolyte balance and stress

Overweight and obesity

Far from being a mere cosmetic problem, overweight and obesity are an established risk factor for the development of number of metabolic (foremost among them diabetes), acute cardiovascular (such as

Hashimoto’s thyroid

Hashimoto’s thyroiditis is an autoimmune disease that affects the thyroid gland, causing it to become chronically inflamed and gradually degenerate and lose function, resulting in the development of hypothyroidism (a

Pituitary tumor

Tumors of the Hypophysis (or pituitary gland) are a group of predominantly benign neoplasms affecting a small structure located in the center of the brain, posterior to the root of

Dyspareunia

Dyspareunia is defined as persistent genital pain that occurs in women shortly before or during intercourse and sometimes still present after intercourse has ended. Painful intercourse can occur for reasons

Hyperprolactinemia

Hyperprolactinemia corresponds to a condition determined by the excessive production of the hormone prolactin by the pituitary gland (a small neuroendocrine gland found in the center of the brain that

Hypothyroidism

Hypothyroidism is a condition brought about by the insufficient production of thyroid hormones, tetraiodothyronine or thyroxine (T4) and tridothyronine (T3), by the thyroid gland, resulting in reduced overall metabolic efficiency

Diabetic foot

Diabetic foot is a complex condition that develops as a complication of advanced uncontrolled diabetes and is the leading cause of nontraumatic amputation in the Western adult population. Very prevalent

FEATURED SPECIALISTS

Viewing 1 - 5 of 5 members

Dr. Antonio Varriale

active 5 years, 3 months ago

Aesthetic Doctors, Dentists, Basic Doctors
- Via Grotta dell Olmo 20 - Giugliano in Campania
phone
Dr. Roberto Zaffaroni

active 5 years, 3 months ago

Basic Doctors, Therapist
- Via San Francesco D' Assisi 5 - Varese
phone
Dr. Lucia Catalano

active 5 years, 3 months ago

Gynecologists, Senologists, Basic Doctors
- Via Belluno 1 - Roma
phone
Dott. Flavio Della Croce

active 5 years, 3 months ago

Psychotherapists, Basic Doctors
- Via Sacconi 1 - Borgonovo Val Tidone
phone
Dott.ssa Floriana Di Martino

active 5 years, 3 months ago

Aesthetic Doctors, Basic Doctors
- Piazza della Rinascita 13 - Pescara
phone