Turner syndrome

Turner syndrome

1. TURNER SYNDROME By: Ashley Gates

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.