Virilization is Characterized By

Question

Virilization is characterized by
A) hirsutism.
B) buffalo hump.
C) truncal obesity.
D) gonadal atrophy.

Accepted Answer

Virilization refers to the development of male characteristics in females. Hirsutism, or excess hair growth in a male pattern, is a common sign of virilization. The other options listed (buffalo hump, truncal obesity, and gonadal atrophy) are not typically associated with this condition.