Turner's

Turner's syndrome (also known as 45,X or TS) is a condition that affects only females, resulting from a missing or incomplete sex chromosome. The syndrome is named after Dr. Henry Turner, who first described it in the 1930s. Turner's syndrome is characterized by a set of symptoms, including short stature, failure of the ovaries to develop, and certain physical features such as a webbed neck and low-set ears.

Causes

Turner's syndrome is a chromosomal condition that occurs when one of the two X chromosomes normally found in females is missing or incomplete. It is not usually inherited from a person's parents. The syndrome is related to the X chromosome, which is one of the two sex chromosomes. People typically have two sex chromosomes in each cell: females have two X chromosomes, while males have one X and one Y chromosome. In females with Turner's syndrome, one normal X chromosome is present in each cell and the other is missing or structurally altered. The missing genetic material affects development before and after birth.

Symptoms

The symptoms of Turner's syndrome can vary significantly from person to person. Some common symptoms include:

• Short stature
• Lymphedema (swelling in the hands and feet)
• Broad chest (shield chest) and widely spaced nipples
• Low hairline
• Low-set ears
• Reproductive sterility
• Heart defects
• Hearing loss

Diagnosis

Turner's syndrome can be diagnosed at any stage of life. It is often found before birth during a prenatal ultrasound. Other times, it is diagnosed at birth or during infancy because of heart problems, swelling of the hands and feet, or certain physical features. In some cases, Turner's syndrome is not diagnosed until adolescence or adulthood, often when the main symptom is a lack of menstrual periods or infertility.

Treatment

There is no cure for Turner's syndrome, but there are treatments that can help manage the symptoms. These may include hormone therapy to promote growth and sexual development, and regular check-ups to monitor and treat any potential health problems. With appropriate medical care and ongoing support, most individuals with Turner's syndrome can lead healthy, productive lives.

See also

• Chromosome
• Sex chromosome
• X chromosome
• Y chromosome

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