__________ causes the adrenal system to produce unusually high levels of __________ from the prenatal period onward.

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Congenital adrenal hyperplasia (CAH) is a genetic disorder that causes the adrenal glands to produce unusually high levels of androgens (male sex hormones) starting from the prenatal period onward. This can result in atypical development of the genitalia in females and early onset of puberty in both males and females. Other symptoms may include infertility, excessive hair growth, and acne. Diabetes, anoxia at birth, and estrogen are not associated with CAH.

__________ Causes the Adrenal System to Produce Unusually High Levels