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A: Yes if they have born with a birth defect, have a sex change operation and other such things


Yes. And girls can have a penis. The simplest term is 'hermaphrodites.' However, there can be births where the baby has both a penis and vagina.

There's a variety of conditions that lead to atypical development of physical sex characteristics are collectively referred to as intersex conditions. These conditions can involve abnormalities of the external genitals, internal reproductive organs, sex chromosomes, or sex-related hormones. Some examples include:

External genitals that cannot be easily classified as male or female

Incomplete or unusual development of the internal reproductive organs

Inconsistency between the external genitals and the internal reproductive organs

Abnormalities of the sex chromosomes

Abnormal development of the testes or ovaries

Over- or underproduction of sex-related hormones

Inability of the body to respond normally to sex-related hormones

Intersex was originally a medical term that was later embraced by some intersex persons. Many experts and persons with intersex conditions have recently recommended adopting the term disorders of sex development (DSD). They feel that this term is more accurate and less stigmatizing than the term intersex.

When a baby is born with ambiguous genitals, doctors perform examinations and laboratory tests to determine exactly what condition the baby has. Determining the type of intersex condition is important, because some intersex conditions that cause ambiguous genitals (for example, certain types of congenital adrenal hyperplasia) can be associated with medical problems that may require urgent medical or surgical treatment. Because we expect everyone to be identifiably male or female, the parents and family members of babies born with ambiguous genitals are usually eager to learn what condition the child has, so that sex assignment can occur without delay.

Intersex conditions discovered later in life often become apparent in early adolescence. Delayed or absent signs of puberty may be the first indication that an intersex condition exists. For example, complete androgen insensitivity may first become apparent when Intersex conditions, whether discovered at birth or later in life, can be very challenging for affected persons and their families. Medical information about intersex conditions and their implications are not always easy to understand. Persons with intersex conditions and their families may also experience feelings of shame, isolation, anger, or depression.

Parents of children with intersex conditions sometimes wonder how much they should tell their children about their condition and at what age. Experts recommend that parents and care providers tell children with intersex conditions about their condition throughout their lives in an age-appropriate manner. Experienced mental health professionals can help parents decide what information is age-appropriate and how best to share it. People with intersex conditions and their families can also benefit from peer support.

People who have these conditions should never be laughed at or ridiculed. In fact, if you're a true friend there are numerous ways you and others can help.

  • Educate yourself about the specific intersex condition the person has.

  • Be aware of your own attitudes about issues of sex, gender, and disability. Are you mature enough to really care and be supportive, or are you simply hoping to make a spectacle out of the individual?

  • Learn how to talk about issues of sex and sexuality in an age-appropriate manner.

  • Remember that most persons with intersex conditions are happy with the sex to which they have been assigned. Do not assume that gender-atypical behaviour by an intersex person reflects an incorrect sex assignment.

  • Work to ensure that people with intersex conditions are not teased, harassed, or subjected to discrimination.

  • Get support, if necessary, to help deal with your feelings. Intersex persons and their families, friends, and partners often benefit from talking with mental health professionals about their feelings concerning intersex conditions and their implications.

  • Consider attending support groups, which are available in many areas for intersex persons and their families, friends, and partners.

As I don't know what country you're in I can't offer any specific places to visit for advice. However, the first start would be through the British, American, or Australian Psychological Services representatives. Alternatively, speak with your GP or even possibly a school counsellor for advice.

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