Klinefelter syndrome, also known as XXY syndrome, is a genetic disorder that involves an additional X sex chromosome in males. Physiologically, males inherit one X chromosome from their mothers and ...

Scientists at Columbia University Medical Center (CUMC) are developing a new assessment tool for Klinefelter syndrome to help pediatricians detect the physical traits of the syndrome. The tool could ...

Testosterone replacement therapy (TRT) reduces mortality risk by nearly 50% in men with Klinefelter syndrome (KS), bringing their survival rates closer to those of men from the general population. Men ...

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Klinefelter syndrome is a common genetic chromosomal condition that occurs when a boy is born with an extra copy of the X chromosome. Klinefelter syndrome can affect both physical and cognitive ...

As there is no cure for Klinefelter syndrome, the treatment of the condition focuses on improving symptoms and providing support to the individual. Treatment should be commenced as soon as possible ...