Monday, May 4, 2009

genetics disorder-turners syndrome

Turners syndrome most girls are born with two x chromosomes, but girls who have one x.The effects of the condition vary widely among girls with Turner syndrome.It all depends on how many of the body's cells are affected by the changes to the X chromosome.Girls with Turner syndrome are usually short in height. with Turner syndrome who aren't treated for short stature reach an average height of about 4 feet 7 inches (1.4 meters)The good news is that when Turner syndrome is diagnosed while a girl is still growing, she can be treated with growth hormones to help her grow taller.In addition to growth problems, Turner syndrome prevents the ovaries from developing properly, which affects a girl's sexual development and the ability to have children.

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