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Is turner syndrome more often in females?
Turner syndrome only occurs in females
What is the more common name of monosomy X?
Turner syndrome or Ullrich-Turner syndrome.
What are some organizations that can help a family cope with Turner Syndrome?
Yes, there are organisations that can help families cope with Turner Syndrome. For more information about how to contact support groups worldwide, or in your part of the world, see the page link, further down this page, listed under Sources and Related Links.
How many girls have turner syndrome?
I can't speak for the U.S. specifically but according to the National Institutes of Health, Turner Syndrome effects 1 out of every 2,500 female live births worldwide. For more information about it, you can peruse NIH's site at:http://turners.nichd.nih.gov The site has a wide variety of publications you can access, information about current studies, and even the contact information for a NIH doctor if you have questions about the syndrome.
Are heart problems the norm for Turner syndrome women?
Heart problems are more common in women with Turner syndrome, although I do not know if I would say they are the norm.
Is turner syndrome more common in certain ethnic groups?
Turner syndrome affects females of all ethnic groups equally. It is not limited to a specific ethnic group.
Can you tell if you are a carrier for Turner's syndrome?
According to MedlinePlus, girls with Turner syndrome are short and often have short, "webbed" necks with folds of skin from the tops of their shoulders to the sides of their necks. They also exhibit a low hairline in the back, low-set ears, and swollen hands and feet.
Does Amy cimorelli have turner syndrome?
Yes, Amy has turner syndrome. Turner syndrome can be very severe. Turner syndrome is a genetic disorder when you are missing some or all of your X chromosome. Only females can have it. Some Symptoms are a wide set chest, short in height, no periods, drooping eye lids, dry eyes, arthritis, diabetes, obesity, thyroiditis, cataracts and many more. Luckily Amy only experiences the shortness.
What is the prevalence and clinical significance of monosomy X mosaicism in individuals with Turner syndrome?
Monosomy X mosaicism is a rare genetic condition where some cells in the body have only one X chromosome instead of the usual two. In individuals with Turner syndrome, this condition can occur and may have clinical significance. The prevalence of monosomy X mosaicism in Turner syndrome is not well established, but it can impact the severity and symptoms of the syndrome. It may lead to a more variable presentation of Turner syndrome, with some individuals experiencing more severe symptoms than others.
What triggers mood swings in a girl with Turner Syndrome?
Girls born with Turner's syndrome are born with only one x chromosome instead of the average two x chromosomes. Mood swings are apparent in all females, however, a chromosomal disorder such as Turner's syndrome can cause one's emotions and chemical make-up to be a little out of whack and this causes more frequent, intense mood swings. This could also be linked to a personality disorder as well, not just the fact that people with Turner's syndrome are missing their second x chromosome.
What happens if you are born missing an x chromosome for a female?
this is called turner syndrome. it is when females are missing their 2nd X chromosome. It only affects females because a male missing their X chromosome would only be a Y chromosome and that is fatal. Look turner syndrome up on wikipedia for more information.
What are different syndromes?
Hello, I see you are asking "What is campomelic syndrome?" The term "campomelic" comes from the Greek words for "bent limb." Affected individuals are typically born with bowing of the long bones in the legs, and occasionally, bowing in the arms. Bowing can cause characteristic skin dimples to form over the curved bone, especially on the lower legs. For more information, you can visit this URL - orthopedicshealth. com/condition/campomelic-syndrome/c/6384
