It may be that just some of the features are present, such as tall stature or delayed puberty. The syndrome is characterised by small testes, sterility and scant body hair. In some cases intellectual difficulties, especially in verbal skills,may be experienced. Additionally psychological problems with self image may be experienced by adolescent boys and adult men. Other chromosome abnormalities involving more than two X chromosomes in males may lead to learning difficulties.
Inheritance patterns A sporadic event.
However, there is an increased risk in the children o folder mothers. Chorionic villus sampling at ten to twelve weeks or amniocentesis at about 16 weeks is available to older mothers. We are a main source of information about rare disorders and are able to assist affected adults as well as children. The CaF Directory Online contains details of many medical conditions and also patient support groups. The information in it is also provided as part of the NHS Direct Online service.