Klinefelter syndrome is a genetic or chromosomal condition in which boys and males have two or more X chromosomes. It is also known as KS or XXY.
Causes
- One extra copy of the X chromosome in each cell (XXY), the most common cause
- An extra X chromosome in some of the cells (mosaic klinefelter syndrome), with fewer symptoms
- More than one extra copy of the X chromosome, which is rare and results in a severe form
Symptoms
- Babies( Hernia, weaker muscles, more quiet than usual, slower learning process such as how to sit, crawl and talk, testicles that haven’t dropped into the scrotum)
- Children( Shyness and low confidence, low energy level, learning problems, loner personality)
- Teenagers( Growth of breasts, less facial hairs, shorter torso, longer arms and legs, small penis,taller than usual for the famil)
- Adults ( Infertility, low sex drive, low testosterone levels, erectile dysfunction)
Treatment
- Fertility treatment
- Educational evaluation and support
- Testosterone replacement therapy
- Breast tissue removal
- Psychological counselling
- Speech and physical therapy
