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An intersexual or intersex person (or organism of any unisexual species) is one who is born with genitalia and/or secondary sex characteristics determined as neither exclusively male nor female, or which combine features of the male and female sexes. The terms hermaphrodite and pseudohermaphrodite, introduced in the 19th century, are now considered misleading and stigmatizing, and patient advocates call for these terms to be abandoned. The phrase "ambiguous genitalia" refers specifically to genital appearance, but not all intersex conditions result in atypical genital appearance.
There is currently a move by some activists to eliminate the term "intersex" in medical usage, replacing it with "Disorders of Sex Development" (DSD) in order to avoid conflating anatomy with identity. Intersex Society of North America (May 24, 2006). Why is ISNA using "DSD"? Retrieved June 4, 2006. However, this has been met with criticism from other activists who question a disease/disability model and advocate no legal definition of sexes, no gender assignments, no legal sex on birth certificates, and no official sexual orientation categories. French-speaking Intersex Network of Europe (July 12, 2005). Frequently Asked Questions. Translated from French-speaking by OII. Retrieved June 4, 2006.
Overview
According to the highest estimates (Fausto-Sterling et. al., 2000) perhaps 1 percent of live births exhibit some degree of sexual ambiguity *, and that between 0.1% and 0.2% of live births are ambiguous enough to become the subject of specialist medical attention, including surgery to disguise their sexual ambiguity. Other sources (Leonard Sax, 2002) create a narrower definition of "true intersexual conditions" and estimate the incidence as far lower, at approximately 0.018%. More on [ Intersexuality ]
@carebearmyass actually the term hermaphrodite isn't used anymore. Such individuals are referred to as "intersexed."
iheartmsay (Matt) Thu, 05 Nov 2009 00:37:09 -0000
@carebearmyass actually the term hermaphrodite isn't used anymore. Such individuals are referred to as "intersexed."
@homofactuspress that is very true. Intersexed and trans are different.
katsqr (Kathryn Perryman) Wed, 04 Nov 2009 01:29:58 -0000
@homofactuspress that is very true. Intersexed and trans are different.
And, I will need a booking agent as I am planning to travel and be a public speaker for intersexed persons across the globe.
ENTprodigy (TRE ALEXANDER) Tue, 03 Nov 2009 23:00:17 -0000
And, I will need a booking agent as I am planning to travel and be a public speaker for intersexed persons across the globe.
And, I will need a booking agent as I am planning to travel and be a public speaker for intersexed person across the globe.
ENTprodigy (TRE ALEXANDER) Tue, 03 Nov 2009 22:59:50 -0000
And, I will need a booking agent as I am planning to travel and be a public speaker for intersexed person across the globe.
@micool1 ew i googled intersexed to see what the fuck you were talking about and Lady gaga showed up along w/ people with both privates.
kciao (keturah klascius) Tue, 03 Nov 2009 20:08:54 -0000
@micool1 ew i googled intersexed to see what the fuck you were talking about and Lady gaga showed up along w/ people with both privates.
i just finished and electronically submitted my first college paper, a 6-page essay on intersexed babies. *thumbs up.
micool1 (michael arias) Tue, 03 Nov 2009 20:06:23 -0000
i just finished and electronically submitted my first college paper, a 6-page essay on intersexed babies. *thumbs up.
Education Society - Registered UK charity that sponsors research and education on gender identity.
Abnormal Sex Differentiaton - This site will help parents and patients understand intersexuality and the challenges that accompany syndromes of abnormal sex differentiation. From the Johns Hopkins Children's Center.
Meta Description: [ Johns Hopkins Children's Center - www.hopkinschildrens.org ]
Ambiguous Genitalia and Intersexuality - Discussion of the types and causes of intersexuality.
Meta Description: [ Ambiguous Genitalia and Intersexuality - Intersex conditions are among the most fascinating conditions encountered by the clinician. The ability to diagnose infants born with intersex ... ]
Find others with XXY - A great support, bonding, and resource site for people with Klinefelter's syndrome.
Meta Description: [ We are XXY. Our mission is early diagnosis, education, and make the world a better place for our XXY brothers. ]
Genetic Org - Klinfelter's support site. Designed to provide support and education for families and professionals dealing with these genetic conditions, including sex chromosome variations 47XXY, 48XXYY, 48XXXY, 49XXXXY, and 46XY/47XXY mosaic.
Guevedoces of the Dominican Republic - About these children who comprised 2% of live births in the 1970s. They appeared to be girls at birth, but developed muscles, testes, and a penis at puberty.
Meta Description: [ USRF - The story of Guevedoces (literally, penis at 12 years) and how the investigation of this phenomenon lead to the development of finasteride (Proscar). ]
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Guide to Medical Intersexuality Vocabulary - Includes such bitterly funny entries as Ambiguous Genitalia: Genitalia that refuse to declare their sex to doctors--no doubt on the principle that under interrogation by the enemy you should give only name, rank, and serial number.
Meta Description: [ Providing positive and helpful information on all forms of human sexuality. ]
Hypospadias - Why it happens, what it is, what to do; see photos of hypospadias and contact others with it. Discusses androgen insensitivity, testicular feminization syndrome, development, and even ISNA.
Meta Description: [ Hypospadias - what it is, how it happens. Hypospadias support groups. ]
Inside Intersexuality - Information and support for intersexuals and parents of intersexuals. Articles on genital surgery, gender orientation, sexual identity, and message board.
Meta Description: [ Intersexuality. Detailed info, support for intersexuals and parents of intersexuals. Sex reassignment, gender orientation, sexual identity, more. ]
Sex Police - The biology of sex is being hotly debated, as parents, doctors and researchers reevaluate what it means to be male and female. This is an article about 'gender reinforcement' surgery by a subscriber to the US branch of the AIS Support Group.
Meta Description: [ The biology of sex is being hotly debated, as parents, doctors and researchers reevaluate what it means to be male and female. ]
The Genetic Interest Group - UK-based organisation that aims to increase the public/government profile of genetic conditions. The AIS Support Group (UK) is affiliated to GIG.
The Sex That Dare Not Speak Its Name - A long article by Emily Nussbaum in the current issue of Lingua Franca details the rise of the increasingly successful intersex social justice movement, its alliances with humanists and social scientists in the academy, and growing pockets of change within the medical community.
UK Turner Society - Contains support, information on hormone replacement therapy for folks with Turner's, health issues for folks with TS, and personal stories.
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