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Turner’s Syndrome:

Turner syndrome involves the complete or partial absence of one X chromosome in females (45,X).

Physical features include short stature and webbed neck.

Congenital heart defects and kidney abnormalities may occur.

Hormonal imbalance leads to delayed puberty.

Normal intelligence with possible learning disabilities.

Hormone replacement therapy and growth hormone therapy.

Genetic counseling for family planning.



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