Congenital adrenal hyperplasia (CAH) is a group of genetic disorders that affect the adrenal glands, leading to an imbalance in hormone production. Women with CAH often face unique challenges when it comes to fertility and pregnancy. They can face obstacles that women without the disease do not. Understanding these barriers is an important part of… Continue reading Managing Pregnancy and Fertility with CAH
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Teen Years with CAH
Medically reviewed and verified by Kate Burke, MD, MHA Growing up with congenital adrenal hyperplasia can bring some unique challenges, especially as you enter your teenage years. This is a time when your body is changing, and so is the way you manage your condition. Here is a simple guide to help you navigate this… Continue reading Teen Years with CAH
Diet and Nutrition Advice for CAH
Medically reviewed and verified by Kate Burke, MD, MHA Raising a child with a medical condition like congenital adrenal hyperplasia (CAH) is a challenge! This is especially true when it comes to managing their diet and nutrition. CAH is a complex condition that affects the adrenal glands. Proper dietary management is an important part of… Continue reading Diet and Nutrition Advice for CAH
Transition from Childhood to Adulthood: The CAH Journey
Medically reviewed and verified by Kate Burke, MD, MHA Growing up with a lifelong condition means being aware of, and staying on top of, changes to your health routine. For those with congenital adrenal hyperplasia (CAH), transitioning from childhood to adolescence to adulthood can be challenging! This period has a lot of changes in symptoms… Continue reading Transition from Childhood to Adulthood: The CAH Journey