The timing of surgery for ambiguous genitalia will depend on your child's specific situation.

CNN: Ambiguous genitalia

For girls with ambiguous genitalia, the sex organs often work normally despite the ambiguous outward appearance.

CNN: Ambiguous genitalia

Many doctors prefer to postpone surgery done solely for cosmetic reasons until the person with ambiguous genitalia is mature enough to participate in the decision about gender assignment.

CNN: Ambiguous genitalia