Congenital Adrenal Hyperplasia Insights

**Corrected Summary:** Lee (2025) reports the FDA approval of crinecerfont (Crenessity) for classic congenital adrenal hyperplasia (CAH) in adults and children aged 4+. Classic CAH, a genetic disorder impairing cortisol production and causing excess androgens, traditionally requires high-dose glucocorticoids with long-term risks like growth suppression and osteoporosis. Crinecerfont targets corticotropin-releasing factor receptors to reduce ACTH-driven androgen overproduction, addressing hormonal imbalances at their source.

This approval introduces the first new CAH treatment in 70 years, offering potential to lower glucocorticoid doses while maintaining hormonal control. While specific efficacy data are omitted here, the therapy represents a shift from symptom management to targeting root causes, potentially reducing complications like early puberty and metabolic issues (Lee, 2025).

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**Final Version (Single Citation):** Lee (2025) reports the FDA approval of crinecerfont (Crenessity) for classic congenital adrenal hyperplasia (CAH) in adults and children aged 4+. Classic CAH, a genetic disorder impairing cortisol production and causing excess androgens, traditionally requires high-dose glucocorticoids with long-term risks like growth suppression and osteoporosis. Crinecerfont targets corticotropin-releasing factor receptors to reduce ACTH-driven androgen overproduction, addressing hormonal imbalances at their source.

This approval introduces the first new CAH treatment in 70 years, offering potential to lower glucocorticoid doses while maintaining hormonal control. The therapy represents a shift from symptom management to targeting root causes, potentially reducing complications like early puberty and metabolic issues.

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**Final Answer (Single Citation):** Lee (2025) reports the FDA approval of crinecerfont (Crenessity) for classic congenital adrenal hyperplasia (CAH) in adults and children aged 4+. Classic CAH, a genetic disorder impairing cortisol production and causing excess androgens, traditionally requires high-dose glucocorticoids with long-term risks like growth suppression and osteoporosis. Crinecerfont targets corticotropin-releasing factor receptors to reduce ACTH-driven androgen overproduction, addressing hormonal imbalances at their source.

This approval introduces the first new CAH treatment in 70 years, offering potential to lower glucocorticoid doses while maintaining hormonal control. The therapy represents a shift from symptom management to targeting root causes, potentially reducing complications like early puberty and metabolic issues.