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Klinefelter's syndrome is characterized by symptoms such as reduced testosterone levels, leading to physical traits like taller stature, breast tissue development (gynecomastia), and reduced muscle mass. Individuals may also experience infertility and delayed puberty. Additional cognitive and social challenges may arise, including learning difficulties and lower verbal skills. Overall, the condition results from the presence of an extra X chromosome in males, typically leading to a range of physical and developmental issues.
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Is Klinefelter's syndrome preventable?
Not really. Klinefelter's Syndrome is a genetic issue and as such is NOT preventable at our current level of technology. I guess it may be possible to check the gene of a foetus and abort if the genotype indicates the condition but that is way too harsh a solution as Klinefelters does not necessarily mean a significantly reduced quality of life for sufferers. What is relatively easy to address is the symptoms of Klinefelters and the 'golden standard' for treatment is the application of testosterone. A site that tells you all about Klinefelters is: http://www.klinefeltersyndrome.us/symtomsinboy.html (symptoms in boys) they also have a page on the symptoms in men and another on treatment of symptoms.
What chromosome is klinefelters syndrome located on?
they have a extra chromosome, a normal male is XY, a male with klinefelters is XXY.
Is klinefelters syndrome autosomal or x- linked?
X-linked
Is klinefelters syndrome deadly?
Yes i belive it is ny g
How does klinefelters syndrome affect the rest of the family?
I don't know tell me the answer
Is klinefelters syndrome debilitating?
Physically, no; mentally, that's up to the strength of the individual.
I what conditions is caused by a sex-linked gene klinefelters syndrome down syndrome muscular dystrophy?
Klinefelters is sex chromosome trisomy. Down Syndrome is trisomy. One of the most common forms of MD is sex-linked and affects boys more frequently than it does girls.
Can animals get klinefelters or turners syndrome as humans do?
Yes animals do sometimes have Turner's syndrome or Klinefelter's syndrome with similar characteristics as those observed in humans.
What disease afflicts males in which normal sexual characteristics fail to develop?
Klinefelters Syndrome
Does x-inactivation happen in klinefelters syndrome?
X-inactivation typically occurs in individuals with Klinefelter syndrome, which is characterized by having an extra X chromosome (XXY). However, the extra X chromosome in Klinefelter syndrome may not undergo inactivation completely, leading to some cells expressing genes from the additional X chromosome. This can result in a variety of symptoms and characteristics associated with Klinefelter syndrome.
Does the Y chromosome in Klinefelters syndrome look like the X chromosome?
No. People with Klinefelter's syndrome have a normal Y chromosome and 2 normal X chromosomes.
What are the major symptoms of Asperger's Syndrome?
Two major symptoms of AS 1. Near obsessive interests with something specifically 2. Trouble interacting with others appropriatly
