The Orchis
A blog dedicated to Androgen Insensitivity Syndrome
What does The Orchis mean?

What happens to a person with androgen insensitivity syndrome?
What happens to a person with Androgen Insensitivity Syndrome? We live a beautiful and full life filled with laughter, friends, and companionship. Having AIS doesn’t mean we’re relegated to a life alone – far from it! Society’s perspective towards sex is changing every day. Let’s talk about the medical, lifestyle, and advocacy opportunities that are now open to you now that you or a loved one are diagnosed with androgen insensitivity syndrome.

Monitoring Gonads
After choosing not to have a gonadectomy, there are still health care decisions to be made. This list includes steps to follow to ensure that you are monitoring your testes.