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Which of the following is a clinical feature of Klinefelter syndrome?
Which of the following is a clinical feature of Klinefelter syndrome?
What is the most common cause of hypogonadism seen in infertility workup?
What is the most common cause of hypogonadism seen in infertility workup?
Which of the following is a diagnostic feature of Klinefelter syndrome?
Which of the following is a diagnostic feature of Klinefelter syndrome?
What is the pathophysiology of Klinefelter syndrome?
What is the pathophysiology of Klinefelter syndrome?
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What is a common risk associated with Klinefelter syndrome?
What is a common risk associated with Klinefelter syndrome?
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Which of the following is a clinical feature of Klinefelter syndrome?
Which of the following is a clinical feature of Klinefelter syndrome?
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What is the most common cause of hypogonadism seen in infertility workup?
What is the most common cause of hypogonadism seen in infertility workup?
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What is a diagnostic feature of Klinefelter syndrome?
What is a diagnostic feature of Klinefelter syndrome?
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What is the pathophysiology of Klinefelter syndrome?
What is the pathophysiology of Klinefelter syndrome?
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What is a common risk associated with Klinefelter syndrome?
What is a common risk associated with Klinefelter syndrome?
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True or false: Klinefelter syndrome is characterized by small, firm testes.
True or false: Klinefelter syndrome is characterized by small, firm testes.
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True or false: Gynecomastia is a common clinical feature of Klinefelter syndrome.
True or false: Gynecomastia is a common clinical feature of Klinefelter syndrome.
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True or false: Klinefelter syndrome leads to decreased levels of testosterone and increased levels of LH.
True or false: Klinefelter syndrome leads to decreased levels of testosterone and increased levels of LH.
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True or false: Klinefelter syndrome is a common cause of hypogonadism seen in infertility workup.
True or false: Klinefelter syndrome is a common cause of hypogonadism seen in infertility workup.
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True or false: Klinefelter syndrome carries an increased risk of breast cancer.
True or false: Klinefelter syndrome carries an increased risk of breast cancer.
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True or false: Turner syndrome is characterized by the presence of an additional X chromosome (47, XXX)?
True or false: Turner syndrome is characterized by the presence of an additional X chromosome (47, XXX)?
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True or false: Growth hormone therapy can prevent short stature in individuals with Turner syndrome due to SHOX gene involvement?
True or false: Growth hormone therapy can prevent short stature in individuals with Turner syndrome due to SHOX gene involvement?
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True or false: Turner syndrome is associated with streak ovaries?
True or false: Turner syndrome is associated with streak ovaries?
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True or false: Individuals with Turner syndrome often have a narrow chest with widely spaced nipples?
True or false: Individuals with Turner syndrome often have a narrow chest with widely spaced nipples?
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True or false: Bicuspid aortic valve is a common cardiovascular abnormality seen in Turner syndrome?
True or false: Bicuspid aortic valve is a common cardiovascular abnormality seen in Turner syndrome?
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True or false: Coarctation of the aorta is characterized by a femoral pulse that is stronger than the brachial pulse?
True or false: Coarctation of the aorta is characterized by a femoral pulse that is stronger than the brachial pulse?
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True or false: Lymphatic defects in Turner syndrome can lead to a webbed neck or cystic hygroma, and lymphedema in the feet and hands?
True or false: Lymphatic defects in Turner syndrome can lead to a webbed neck or cystic hygroma, and lymphedema in the feet and hands?
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Which of the following is a clinical feature of Turner syndrome?
Which of the following is a clinical feature of Turner syndrome?
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True or false: Lymphatic defects in Turner syndrome can lead to a webbed neck or cystic hygroma, and lymphedema in the feet and hands?
True or false: Lymphatic defects in Turner syndrome can lead to a webbed neck or cystic hygroma, and lymphedema in the feet and hands?
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What is a diagnostic feature of Turner syndrome?
What is a diagnostic feature of Turner syndrome?
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True or false: Bicuspid aortic valve is a common cardiovascular abnormality seen in Turner syndrome?
True or false: Bicuspid aortic valve is a common cardiovascular abnormality seen in Turner syndrome?
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True or false: Growth hormone therapy can prevent short stature in individuals with Turner syndrome due to SHOX gene involvement?
True or false: Growth hormone therapy can prevent short stature in individuals with Turner syndrome due to SHOX gene involvement?
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True or false: Turner syndrome leads to decreased levels of estrogen and increased levels of LH?
True or false: Turner syndrome leads to decreased levels of estrogen and increased levels of LH?
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What is the most common cause of primary amenorrhea in Turner syndrome?
What is the most common cause of primary amenorrhea in Turner syndrome?
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Which of the following is a common phenotypic feature of individuals with Double Y syndrome (XYY)?
Which of the following is a common phenotypic feature of individuals with Double Y syndrome (XYY)?
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Which of the following is NOT associated with Double Y syndrome (XYY)?
Which of the following is NOT associated with Double Y syndrome (XYY)?
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What is the most common symptom of Double Y syndrome (XYY)?
What is the most common symptom of Double Y syndrome (XYY)?
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Which condition is characterized by the inability to synthesize endogenous estrogens?
Which condition is characterized by the inability to synthesize endogenous estrogens?
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Which condition is characterized by a defect in the androgen receptor, resulting in female-appearing genetic males?
Which condition is characterized by a defect in the androgen receptor, resulting in female-appearing genetic males?
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Which condition is characterized by the inability to convert testosterone to dihydrotestosterone (DHT)?
Which condition is characterized by the inability to convert testosterone to dihydrotestosterone (DHT)?
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Which condition is characterized by defective migration of neurons and failure of olfactory bulbs to develop?
Which condition is characterized by defective migration of neurons and failure of olfactory bulbs to develop?
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Which condition is characterized by virilization of both female infants and the mother?
Which condition is characterized by virilization of both female infants and the mother?
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Which condition is characterized by female external genitalia with scant axillary and pubic hair?
Which condition is characterized by female external genitalia with scant axillary and pubic hair?
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Which condition is characterized by normal testosterone and estrogen levels, normal or elevated LH levels, and normal internal genitalia?
Which condition is characterized by normal testosterone and estrogen levels, normal or elevated LH levels, and normal internal genitalia?
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Which condition is characterized by decreased synthesis of GnRH in the hypothalamus, leading to low levels of FSH, LH, and testosterone?
Which condition is characterized by decreased synthesis of GnRH in the hypothalamus, leading to low levels of FSH, LH, and testosterone?
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Which condition is characterized by elevated testosterone, estrogen, and LH levels?
Which condition is characterized by elevated testosterone, estrogen, and LH levels?
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Which condition is characterized by infertility in males with low sperm count and amenorrhea in females?
Which condition is characterized by infertility in males with low sperm count and amenorrhea in females?
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Study Notes
Klinefelter Syndrome
- Characterized by the presence of an extra X chromosome (47, XXY)
- Most common cause of hypogonadism in infertility workup
- Common clinical features include:
- Small, firm testes (< 2 cm)
- Gynecomastia (enlarged breasts)
- Tall stature with long limbs
- Decreased testosterone and increased luteinizing hormone (LH) levels
- Increased risk of breast cancer
- Pathophysiology involves:
- Defective germ cell development leading to hypogonadism
- Altered expression of genes related to sex development
- Decreased testosterone production
- Diagnostic features include:
- Low testosterone levels
- Elevated LH levels
- Presence of an extra X chromosome detected through karyotyping
Turner Syndrome
- Characterized by the absence of one X chromosome (45, XO) or a structural abnormality in one of them
- Commonly associated with streak ovaries (gonadal dysgenesis), leading to primary amenorrhea
- Diagnostic features include:
- Short stature
- Webbed neck
- Lymphedema of the hands and feet
- Heart defects (bicuspid aortic valve, coarctation of the aorta)
- Kidney abnormalities
- Infertility
- Growth hormone therapy may improve short stature, but does not address all issues related to the SHOX gene
- Individuals with Turner syndrome often have a narrow chest with widely spaced nipples
- Decreased estrogen levels and increased LH levels are observed
Double Y Syndrome (XYY)
- Characterized by the presence of an extra Y chromosome (47, XYY)
- Most common symptom: Tall stature
- Other features may include:
- Increased risk of acne
- Increased risk of learning disabilities
- Increased risk of behavioral issues
Other Endocrine Disorders
- Aromatase Deficiency: Inability to synthesize endogenous estrogens
- Androgen Insensitivity Syndrome (AIS): Defect in the androgen receptor, leading to female-appearing genetic males
- 5-alpha-Reductase Deficiency: Inability to convert testosterone to dihydrotestosterone (DHT)
- Kallmann Syndrome: Defective migration of neurons and failure of olfactory bulbs to develop, causing hyposmia or anosmia alongside hypogonadism
- Congenital Adrenal Hyperplasia (CAH): Virilization of female infants and their pregnant mothers
- Complete Androgen Insensitivity Syndrome (CAIS): Female external genitalia with scant axillary and pubic hair
- Hypogonadotropic Hypogonadism (HH): Normal or elevated LH levels, normal testosterone and estrogen levels due to decreased gonadotropin-releasing hormone (GnRH) production
- Hypergonadotropic Hypogonadism (HH): Elevated testosterone, estrogen and LH levels due to a problem with the pituitary gland or gonads
- Idiopathic Hypogonadism: Infertility in males (low sperm count) and amenorrhea in females, often due to unknown causes
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Test your knowledge on Klinefelter syndrome with this quiz! Learn about the clinical features, diagnostic criteria, and common causes of this genetic disorder, which affects males with an extra X chromosome.
