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Friday, July 16, 2010

What is Turner syndrome??


Turner syndrome is a genetic condition that affects 1 out of 2,500 females.
Females with Turner syndrome do not have all of the sex chromosomes which preents them from developing properly.
Some symptoms of Turner syndrome include short stature, ovarian failure, low set ears, a low hairline, broad cheast and scoliosis.
There are also some health problems that come with Turner syndrome like heart, kidney, thyroid and ear problems.
(Information from Connect: A publication by the Turner syndrome society of the United States and Turner syndrome: a guide for families.)

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