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It was named after Doctor Henry Turner who discovered it. He noticed that some of his female patients had a particular set of characteristics.

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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.


Why does turners syndrome affect so little?

not a very bad (effective) symptom


Who carries the Turners Syndrome Does it come from the female or male?

Turner Syndrome is a genetic disorder that affects females only. It is caused by the absence of all or part of one of the X chromosomes. This condition is not passed down through family genetics, but occurs randomly.


Can a girl with a karyotype of 46XX still be diagnosed with Turners?

No, individuals with Turner syndrome typically have a karyotype of 45X. If a girl has a karyotype of 46XX, she would not be diagnosed with Turner syndrome.


Does turner syndrome have mental effect?

As a 19yr old female with Turner's Syndrome (diagnosed at 8yrs old), have never had any problems in school. There is usually no mental effect, however girls with turners may have problems with spatial problems and possibly math. However, I am in my second year of university, and have received an A in Linear Algebra, and have never had special treatment due to turners syndrome.


What is timmy turners moms name?

Mom


What is Toby turners moms name?

Jacqueline


What was Nat turners grandmothers name?

his mother name was Nancy turner


What is lacey turners real name?

Lacey Turner is her real name.


Turners syndrome is what type of disorder?

Turner syndrome is a genetic disorder caused by a missing or incomplete X chromosome in females. It is characterized by specific physical features and can lead to health issues such as short stature and infertility.


What is turners disease not turners syndrome that can affect males?

Turner's disease is a rare genetic condition that can affect males, characterized by short stature and infertility due to chromosome abnormalities. This condition is also known as Noonan syndrome. Symptoms can vary but often include heart defects, developmental delays, and distinctive facial features. Treatment aims to manage symptoms and complications associated with the condition.


Can a person with Turners syndrome have some of the symptoms?

yes. Not every girl/woman has issues with heart, or a webbed neck, for example. The syndrome affects each woman differently though short stature and infertility are almost always present.