Karyotype Padlet Project by Hannah https://padlet.com/Han_04/s5atgqsfvm00 -Klinefelter Syndrome-XXY Syndrome- en-us 2019-03-29 01:30:16 UTC 2019-03-29 03:32:45 UTC hello@padlet.com https://padlet-assets.s3.amazonaws.com/icons/Diskette.png Causes Klinefelter Syndrome Han_04 https://padlet.com/Han_04/s5atgqsfvm00/wish/346393077 What causes Klinefelter Syndrome is when a male is born with an extra X chromosome. This is often diagnosed when the male is in adulthood. ]]> 2019-03-29 01:47:59 UTC https://padlet.com/Han_04/s5atgqsfvm00/wish/346393077 Gene or Chromosome affected Han_04 https://padlet.com/Han_04/s5atgqsfvm00/wish/346393411 Some of the body cells have the regular chromosome (XY) while others have an extra X chromosome (XXY) included.]]> 2019-03-29 01:49:52 UTC https://padlet.com/Han_04/s5atgqsfvm00/wish/346393411 Prenatal Tests? alyssa_gabrintina https://padlet.com/Han_04/s5atgqsfvm00/wish/346395162 Yes, there are prenatal tests. The doctor would do hormone tests or a sperm analysis. ]]> 2019-03-29 01:59:37 UTC https://padlet.com/Han_04/s5atgqsfvm00/wish/346395162 Symptoms and effects on the individual with this disorder Han_04 https://padlet.com/Han_04/s5atgqsfvm00/wish/346397847 Some males may have low testerone and reduced muscle mass, facial and body hair. They can be taller, have longer legs and broader hips compared to most average males. Puberty may be delayed and their development may be overall weak and not average. It also affects them when learning because they tend to be more slow with their energy levels, information processing skills, and difficulty expressing themselves.]]> 2019-03-29 02:18:16 UTC https://padlet.com/Han_04/s5atgqsfvm00/wish/346397847 Who Is Most Likely to be affected by Klinefelter Syndrome alyssa_gabrintina https://padlet.com/Han_04/s5atgqsfvm00/wish/346398346 Klinefelter Syndrome can affect any male. It is usually diagnosed in adulthood. ]]> 2019-03-29 02:21:57 UTC https://padlet.com/Han_04/s5atgqsfvm00/wish/346398346 Treatments or Cures? alyssa_gabrintina https://padlet.com/Han_04/s5atgqsfvm00/wish/346399404 There are currently no cures or ways to remove the extra X chromosome. Although there are ways to treat the symptoms affected by the person. ]]> 2019-03-29 02:29:38 UTC https://padlet.com/Han_04/s5atgqsfvm00/wish/346399404 Long-Term Outlook for an Individual with this Disorder Han_04 https://padlet.com/Han_04/s5atgqsfvm00/wish/346399895 Babies may struggle with speech and walking. Boys may struggle with adolescence with difficulties growing up. Some have ended up to have no issues and live an average, successful life. Lifespan is not affected by this condition.]]> 2019-03-29 02:33:25 UTC https://padlet.com/Han_04/s5atgqsfvm00/wish/346399895 Current status of research for Klinefelter Syndrome alyssa_gabrintina https://padlet.com/Han_04/s5atgqsfvm00/wish/346400099 Research is currently being done to find ways to hopefully prevent and one day cure Klinefelter Syndrome.]]> 2019-03-29 02:35:13 UTC https://padlet.com/Han_04/s5atgqsfvm00/wish/346400099 Support Groups for Klinefelter Syndrome alyssa_gabrintina https://padlet.com/Han_04/s5atgqsfvm00/wish/346401688 There are many support groups for men with Klinefelter Syndrome. There are organizations that help men and women find support groups such as NORD. ]]> 2019-03-29 02:47:57 UTC https://padlet.com/Han_04/s5atgqsfvm00/wish/346401688 Chromosome Display Han_04 https://padlet.com/Han_04/s5atgqsfvm00/wish/346407045 2019-03-29 03:27:54 UTC https://padlet.com/Han_04/s5atgqsfvm00/wish/346407045 Rates Han_04 https://padlet.com/Han_04/s5atgqsfvm00/wish/346407298 About 1 in every 500 to 800 males is born with this disorder. 3000 boys every year. 3% of infertile male population have Klinefelter Syndrome]]> 2019-03-29 03:29:46 UTC https://padlet.com/Han_04/s5atgqsfvm00/wish/346407298 Klinefelter Syndrome Han_04 https://padlet.com/Han_04/s5atgqsfvm00/wish/346407461 (XXY Syndrome)]]> 2019-03-29 03:31:00 UTC https://padlet.com/Han_04/s5atgqsfvm00/wish/346407461