Turner syndrome (TS) is a genetic disorder and individuals with TS may have an increased risk of certain health conditions, including some cancers. While TS itself does not cause cancer, associated hormonal and genetic factors may contribute to an increased risk. The impact of Turner syndrome on several types of cancer risk will be explored […]
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Subscribe to our blog October: Breast Cancer Awareness Month Annually, the month of October marks Breast Cancer Awareness Month, which aims to educate and raise awareness about breast cancer. This article will detail an overview of breast cancer and its causes, symptoms, and the unique relationship between the genetic abnormalities characteristic of Turner syndrome and
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The past few years have seen many new digital options. Can that work in the area of medicine? What are some things to look into or keep in mind? The pandemic over the last roughly three years has brought about a prevalence of “all things online.” Many of us learned to
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Subscribe to our blog Intro Are you struggling with talking to your family about infertility caused by Turner Syndrome (TS)? Are you a woman with TS who’s finding it difficult to talk to your partner or strangers about it? This article will discuss everything you need to know about talking about infertility, from what it
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Subscribe to our blog Heart health is especially important for those with Turner Syndrome (TS), as their risk of certain types of heart disease is higher. It is crucial that TS patients receive early cardiac care to avoid serious illness and possibly death. This post outlines various types of heart disease that affect the TS
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Subscribe to our blog Diabetes is a condition that affects a large percentage of individuals with Turner Syndrome (TS). It has received even more attention due to the pandemic, as there is now a growing focus on staying healthy to help strengthen our immune systems. Of concern is the growing number of people who have
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Subscribe to our blog In this post, we’ll review some of the information shared during the webinar “Fertility Preservation in Girls with Turner Syndrome” hosted by the Turner Syndrome Foundation, featuring guest speaker Dr. Kutluk Oktay–an OB/GYN physician and professor at Yale University. We will discuss the process of fertility, how to test for infertility,
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Subscribe to our blog This post is based on the recent webinar by Dr. Oktay on “Fertility Preservation in Girls with Turner Syndrome.” It briefly highlights the importance of early diagnoses and treatment as well as the types of fertility preservation treatments individuals with TS can pursue. Note: The information in this post is educational.
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Subscribe to our blog Estrogen Replacement Therapy is a common treatment for patients with Turner Syndrome. In this post, find the answers to some frequently asked questions about ERT. Thank you to Lournaris Torres-Santiago, MD and Nelly Mauras, MD of Nemours Children’s Health System, Jacksonville, FL, for contributing your expertise to answer these questions! Note:
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