An infant is born with the following characteristics: XX chromosomes, ovaries, and a large clitoris that resembles a penis. This condition is known as

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The characteristics described in the question suggest a case of congenital adrenal hyperplasia (CAH), a genetic condition where the adrenal glands produce an excess of androgens. This can result in female infants being born with ambiguous genitalia, including an enlarged clitoris that may resemble a penis. In CAH, the XX chromosomes and ovaries are still present, but the excess androgens can masculinize the external genitalia. Androgen insensitivity syndrome (AIS) involves the inability of the body to respond to androgens, and can result in individuals with XY chromosomes developing female genitalia. Dominican Republic syndrome is not a recognized medical condition. Acquired gender dysphoria refers to a change in gender identity that occurs later in life, and is not applicable to this case of ambiguous genitalia in an infant.

An Infant Is Born with the Following Characteristics: XX Chromosomes