Question 1

can males get turner's syndrome?

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No: Turner syndrome is caused by an abnormal karyotype that contains only a single x chromosome and no y chromosome.  It thus seen only in females.

Question 2

how do you treat turner syndrome?

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Turner syndrome: Turner syndrome is a genetic disorder occurring in females resulting in the absence of the second sex chromosome. The physical results of this in girls and women are variable. All females with this disorder should receive appropriate medical screening for heart disease, kidney disease, thyroid disease, reproductive health issues, and should be seen by physicians who can counsel appropriately.

Question 3

what is the definition or description of: turner syndrome?

Accepted Answer

Turner's Syndrome: A congenital chromosomal condition marked by lack of the second X chromosome in a female. The classic features include pedal edema, nailbed hypoplasia, short stature, sternal hypoplasia,  cystic hygroma, lymphangiomal  , webbed neck, mild mental retardation, streak gonads, infertility, increased risk of germ cell tumors, etc

Question 4

what protein is affected by turner syndrome?

Accepted Answer

: SHOX protein

Question 5

does any doctor here know what turner's syndrome is?

Accepted Answer

Chromosome loss: The turner syndrome (xo) is a chromosome deficiency where there is a loss of one of the sex chromosomes. The presence of one female chromosome will dictate the sex of the offspring to be female, but without the second x there are a variety of changes to internal organs, intellectual development and growth that will show up as the kid grows.

Question 6

does a person get turner's syndrome from their mom or dad?

Accepted Answer

Neither: In the vast majority of cases, the missing x chromosome associated with turner syndrome is an accidental occurrence. Rare cases where an x chromosome is rearranged can be inherited from the mother.

Question 7

hi doctors, was just wondering what is "webbing of the neck" in turner's syndrome?

Accepted Answer

Webbing of neck: The "webbing of the neck" is just used as a description of one of the physical appearance in Turner's syndrome.  It is the appearance of a wider than normal extension of the neck at the based of the shoulder, making it look more like a triangle from behind.  It doesn't have any consequences, it is only the appearance in this syndrome.

Question 8

what is the shape of uterus in turner syndrome ?

Accepted Answer

Depends: In studies of adults with TS about 1/4  had a normal sized &amp; shaped uterus, 1/3 has a cylindrical immature uterus and the rest fell somewhere in between. All had been on external hormone replacement therapy at the time of study starting at various ages. It is assumed that without hormonal replacement therapy it would remain immature.(cylindrical).

Question 9

do you know what turner's syndrome is?

Accepted Answer

Chromosome loss: The turner syndrome (xo) is a chromosome deficiency where there is a loss of one of the sex chromosomes. The presence of one female chromosome will dictate the sex of the offspring to be female, but without the second x there are a variety of changes to internal organs, intellectual development and growth that will show up as the kid grows.

Question 10

what culture or race is associated with turner's syndrome?

Accepted Answer

Equal opportunity Dx: Turner syndrome( xo sex chromasomes) has been reported across all races, cultures and socio-economic groups.After conception, many are lost early in pregnancy. The DX may be suspected prenatally thru screening or evident by physical features seen at birth. Many go unrecognized until adolescence when short stature & lack of development is evident.With rx they can live  quite well.

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