Diagnosis
Turner Syndrome or TS can be diagnosed before birth through ultrasounds and amniocentesis. Genetic karyotyping is the only sure way to test for Turner Syndrome and can be done through any bodily tissue, blood, or by examining genetic materials.
The age of diagnosis has been decreasing with the raised awareness of TS. More girls are being tested at a younger age because we know more of the signs and symptoms of the disorder.
The age of diagnosis has been decreasing with the raised awareness of TS. More girls are being tested at a younger age because we know more of the signs and symptoms of the disorder.
Treatment
TS can not be cured however health issues that are associated with it can be treated and monitored. Children can be given growth hormone treatments to stimulate a normal growth rate. And infertile women may become pregnant through in-vitro fertilization or through a donated egg. Often-times estrogen replacement therapy is started at around age 12 or 13 to help trigger the growth of breasts, pubic hair, and other sexual characteristics. If the individual with TS has learning problems, they can benefit through extra help in the classroom setting.