They may also have difficulty with muscle strength. Physical therapists and occupational therapists can help people overcome these issues. Educational therapy: Some people with XYY syndrome have learning disabilities. If your child has this syndrome, talk with their teacher, principal, and special education coordinators. Outside tutors and educational instruction may be necessary. People with XYY syndrome can — and very often do — live completely normal lives with the condition.
If it is diagnosed, however, individuals with XYY syndrome can find the help they might need. Caudal regression syndrome, or sacral agenesis, is a rare condition where the lower spine doesn't fully form before birth. Here's what you should know. Mermaid syndrome is a severe and often fatal congenital abnormality involving fused limbs, which have been described as resembling a mermaid's tail.
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Genetic counsellors are health professionals qualified in both counselling and genetics. Genetic counsellors are trained to provide information and support that is sensitive to your family circumstances, culture and beliefs.
The Genetic Support Network of Victoria GSNV is connected with a wide range of support groups throughout Victoria and Australia and can connect you with other individuals and families affected by trisomy conditions.
This page has been produced in consultation with and approved by:. During fetal development, the diaphragm or abdominal wall may fail to properly fuse, allowing the abdominal organs to protrude. The characteristic features of Angelman syndrome are not always obvious at birth, but develop during childhood. ASD is a complex disorder that affects a person's ability to interact with the world around them. The cause of birth defects is often unknown, speak to your GP if you are at increased risk of having a baby with a congenital anomaly.
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The State of Victoria and the Department of Health shall not bear any liability for reliance by any user on the materials contained on this website. Skip to main content. Birth defects. Home Birth defects. Trisomy disorders. Actions for this page Listen Print. Summary Read the full fact sheet. On this page. Large head. Large head circumference. Low muscle tone, in neonatal onset. Abnormal shape of brainstem.
Absent sperm in semen. Undescended testes. Undescended testis. Too much cerebrospinal fluid in the brain. Elevated gonadotropins. Elevated serum gonadotropins. Gonadotropin excess. Large testis. Short penis. Small penis. Low sperm count. Do you have more information about symptoms of this disease?
We want to hear from you. Do you have updated information on this disease? Cause Cause. Most people have two sex chromosomes, with girls having two X chromosomes, and boys having one X and one Y chromosome. This typically happens due to a random event when a sperm cell is formed that causes the sperm cell to have two Y chromosomes.
When a sperm that has two Y chromosomes fertilizes an egg which has an X chromosome , the resulting baby will be a male with two Y chromosomes and one X chromosome. This can produce a boy who has some cells that have two sex chromosomes and some cells that have an extra Y chromosome. It is thought that the tall stature seen in some males with the syndrome is caused by having an extra copy of a gene that is located on the sex chromosomes called the SHOX gene. This gene provides instructions to the body to control growth of the bones.
People who have an extra copy of the Y chromosome also have an extra copy of the SHOX gene, which could explain why they may be taller than expected. This gene is located on the Y chromosome and provides instructions to the body that helps form connections between the cells in the brain.
It is thought that having an extra copy of this gene may cause the learning problems associated with 47, XYY syndrome. Inheritance Inheritance. Instead, it is typically caused by a random event that happens during the formation of a sperm cell before conception when the sperm fertilizes the egg. Even though this random event occurs in the sperm cell of the father of a person with 47, XYY syndrome, the syndrome is not inherited from the father because the father himself typically does not have the syndrome.
If a couple has a child with 47, XYY syndrome, the chances for the couple or family members to have another child with the syndrome are not increased. Men who have 47, XYY syndrome themselves are also not thought to be at an increased risk to have a child with chromosome differences. Some sperm cells of a man with 47, XYY syndrome will have an extra Y chromosome. However, it is thought that these cells are less likely to be able to survive to fertilize an egg.
Therefore, the chances for a man with 47, XYY syndrome to have a child with a sex chromosome abnormality are not thought to be increased. Diagnosis Diagnosis. A doctor may then order testing to see if there is a genetic explanation for the signs and symptoms. Tests that may be ordered include: [2] Karyotype : a test that is used to view all the chromosomes in a cell Chromosomal microarray : a test that looks for extra or missing chromosomes or pieces of chromosomes In some cases, 47, XYY syndrome may be suspected prenatally based on routine screening tests.
A diagnosis can be confirmed with prenatal tests such as an amniocentesis or chorionic villus sampling CVS. Treatment Treatment. The signs and symptoms of 47, XYY syndrome can be managed with a variety of therapies. Occupational therapy may be recommended for infants and young boys who have low muscle tone hypotonia , and speech therapy may be recommended for boys who have speech delay. Boys with 47, XYY syndrome may be in special education at school, or they may have extra help in some classes.
If autism spectrum disorder is present, applied behavioral analysis ABA therapy may be recommended. Prognosis Prognosis. The long-term outlook for people with 47, XYY is typically good. Boys with this syndrome can do well both in school and in building social relationships. Men with 47, XYY syndrome can also have successful careers and families of their own. Organizations Organizations. Organizations Supporting this Disease. Social Networking Websites. Do you know of an organization?
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