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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.
What is the more common name of monosomy X?
Turner syndrome or Ullrich-Turner syndrome.
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 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.
Which combination of sex chromosomes results in Turner syndrome?
Turner syndrome is typically caused by the presence of a single X chromosome in an individual, leading to a 45,X karyotype, where one of the sex chromosomes is missing or incomplete. This condition is more commonly seen in females.
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.
Where can I look for more information about turner syndrome?
A great website for finding reliable information on Turner Syndrome is http://kidshealth.org/teen/diseases_conditions/genetic/turner.html. Here they explain what to expect from those who are diagnosed with Turner Syndrome as well as all of the effects of the disease.
Why are females more likely to get Down syndrome than males?
Females are not more likely to get Down's syndrome. Down's syndrome is slightly more common among males with most studies showing about 106 to 125 boys for every 100 girls. In some studies younger mothers, who have a lower total chance of having a baby with Down's syndrome, have a more skewed male:female ratio when they do (as high as 173 boys for every 100 girls). No one is sure why boy are affected more often.
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 are characteristics of Turners syndrome?
Depending on the type of Turner syndrome a person has, their karyotype is either: 45X - classic Turner syndrome - second X chromosome missing from all cells 45X/46XX - Mosaic Turner syndrome - second X chromosome missing from some cells. There is another type of Turner syndrome, but it has a more complicated karyotype and I am not sure what the karyotype is off the top of my head.
Is Asperger's Syndrome more common in children or adults?
Asperger's Syndrome is diagnosed more often in males than in females. This could be because it occurs more often in males or it could be because it is not as easy to diagnose in females. For example, it is more likely to prompt concern if a boy seems withdrawn than if a girl seems "shy." As another example, it seems that the special interests of boys and girls differ, so a boy who is extremely interested in firearms will bother parents more than a girl who is extremely interested in horses, so they might discuss the boy with the doctor but not the girl.
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.
