re: To Kat
Sep. 21st, 2005   1:54pm

Hi Kat,

To the degree that LOCAH is the same disorder as CAH, just a milder enzyme deficiency, I think the answer is "yes."  For example, I think the information that we cover on the different types of CAH, enzyme pathways, genetics, testing methods, glucocorticoid medications, etc.  are applicable to anyone who has CAH, whatever the type or severity. 

However, if you are looking for information specific to treatment of adults with CAH--such as laser hair removal--or some of the medications usually given only to adults (e.g. birth control pills, diane-35, aldactone, etc.) then the answer is "no."  Because I have a child with CAH and my son’s doctor is a pediatric endocrinologist, we felt that it was best to stick with what we knew best.  

I hope that answers your question satisfactorily! 

Carol M.
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