2. WHAT IS TURNER’S SYNDROME?
Turner’s syndrome is a genetic disorder caused by a
missing or incomplete X chromosome. It only effects
females.
3. HOW DOES TURNER’S SYNDROME EFFECT
YOUR BODY?
Some effects of Turner’s syndrome are
• High Blood Pressure
• Congenital heart defects
• Narrowing of aorta
• Abnormalities in the development of reproductive organs
• Delayed puberty
• Short stature
• Under-developed jaw
• Etc.
4. WHAT MEDICAL TESTS ARE NECESSARY TO
DIAGNOSE THE CONDITION?
To diagnose Turner’s Syndrome a genetic test called a
Karyotype analysis is needed. This test will determine
whether one of the X chromosomes are missing or
partially missing. This test is normally preformed during
the first or second trimester the mother’s pregnancy.
5. HOW CAN YOU TREAT IT?
Some treatments commonly used to control and treat this
condition are hormone treatments and estrogen
replacement therapy. There can potentially be different
medications added to a certain child’s regime, but that
varies based on the child’s needs for their own
development and growth.
6. HOW CAN YOU PREVENT TURNER’S
SYNDROME?
There are no ways to prevent Turner’s Syndrome. This is
because the condition effects people at random. This
aside, there are ways to manage the condition and make
sure your child is in good health. Some of these methods
include going to the doctor often to a assure the physical
well-being of your child while also taking your child to
support groups to assure the mental well-being of your
child.
