A Brief Overview of Turner Syndrome (XO)

Turner Syndrome is a rare genetic condition occurring in approximately one out of every 6,000 births. It involves an individual having a single sex chromosome, denoted as XO, where the "O" indicates the absence of a second sex chromosome. These individuals typically exhibit physical characteristics such as short stature, a broad chest, and a webbed neck. Additionally, their ovaries, oviducts, and uterus are underdeveloped and nonfunctional. Individuals with Turner Syndrome do not experience the normal processes of puberty or menstruation, often resulting in limited breast development. Despite these challenges, most individuals with this syndrome possess normal intelligence and are capable of leading relatively regular lives. However, they are unable to conceive as they are infertile, even with hormone supplementation.