Turner Syndrome Information

• Turner Syndrome

Turner syndrome is characterized by complete or partial absence of one of the two X chromosomes. As this eMedTV page explains, it only affects females. This page further explores Turner syndrome and its causes, symptoms, and treatment options.

• Cause of Turner Syndrome

Turner syndrome is caused by the complete or partial absence of one of the two X chromosomes. This eMedTV segment explains the cause of Turner syndrome, discusses the sex chromosomes, and lists different types of X chromosome problems.

• Heredity of Turner Syndrome

Although it is a genetic disorder, Turner syndrome is not hereditary in the conventional sense. This eMedTV page covers the heredity of Turner syndrome and explains how the condition is caused by random events during the formation of certain cells.

• Mosaic Turner Syndrome

Mosaic Turner syndrome describes women who are missing the X chromosome in some cells. This page from the eMedTV site further defines mosaic Turner syndrome and offers information on its symptoms and diagnosis.

• X Chromosome Monosomy

As this eMedTV article explains, a woman with Turner syndrome may have X chromosome monosomy, which is when there is an absence of the X chromosome in all cells. This Web page explains X chromosome monosomy in detail.

• Turner Syndrome and X Chromosome Defects

As this eMedTV article explains, a woman with Turner syndrome may have X chromosome defects that result in symptoms such as short stature and ovarian failure. This section of the site talks about Turner syndrome and X chromosome defects.

• Symptoms of Turner Syndrome

Major heart defects, short stature, and infertility are some of the symptoms of Turner syndrome. This eMedTV page discusses a number of other symptoms and includes a list of medical conditions that women with Turner syndrome are at risk of developing.

• Turner Syndrome Physical Features

Physical features of Turner syndrome may include short stature, low-set ears, and short fingers and toes. This eMedTV page highlights typical Turner syndrome physical features, which may also include a lack of breast development.

• Diagnosis of Turner Syndrome

A diagnosis of Turner syndrome is made with certain blood tests and is often made during prenatal testing. This eMedTV resource explains how a diagnosis of Turner syndrome is made, including a description of a special blood test called a karyotype.

• Treatments for Turner Syndrome

Treatments for Turner syndrome may include surgery, counseling, and medication. This eMedTV article describes various treatments for Turner syndrome and explains the importance of regular screening.

• Prognosis for Turner Syndrome

Even though there is no cure, the prognosis for Turner syndrome is generally good. As this eMedTV page explains, a woman's Turner syndrome prognosis is affected by the cause and symptoms of her condition, as well as any other illnesses she may have.