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'''Hypergonadism''' is an [[intersex]] variation where there is a hyperfunction of the gonads. It can manifest as precocious puberty, and is caused by abnormally high levels of testosterone or estrogen, which are crucial hormones for sexual development.<ref>https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Hypergonadism</ref><ref>https://hospitals.aku.edu/pakistan/diseases-and-conditions/Pages/hypergonadism.aspx</ref>
It can encompass [[Aromatase Excess Syndrome|aromatase excess syndrome]], [[hyperestrogenism]], and [[hyperandrogenism]].
== Causes ==
These variations can be caused by gene mutations, liver or kidney diseases, infections, surgical interventions, autoimmune disorders, horomonal abnormalities, injury to ones glands, and encephalitis.<ref>https://www.healthline.com/health/hypergonadism#causes</ref>
It may also be caused by other intersex variations.
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[[Category:Intersex Traits]]
[[Category:Sex Category]]
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