Personal Acknowledgement My name is Calla Norton, and as a woman with Turner Syndrome (TS), even the slightest chest pain makes me alarmed for Aortic Dissection, and maybe you feel the same way too. With February being American Heart Month, the goal of this article is to raise awareness for the signs and the measures […]
Turner Syndrome and Aortic Dissection Read More
Medical history is important. It gives us a framework of where we have been and where we need to go. It shapes the way we think and practice medicine but also guides our future. The history and intersection of Turner syndrome (TS) and Diabetes Mellitus (DM) can give us valuable insight into current research gaps
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Turner syndrome is a genetic condition only affecting females. Normally, females have two X chromosomes containing important genes for development, growth, and reproduction. Turner syndrome happens because of a chromosomal problem that occurs randomly. In Turner syndrome, a female is missing an X chromosome or has an incomplete X chromosome, lacking complete genetic instructions. Understanding
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Turner syndrome (TS) is characterized by abnormalities in the sex chromosomes of some or all of an individual’s cells. These genetic changes can significantly impact the individual’s risk of developing certain kinds of cancers or benign tumors, which are caused by genetic mutations that enable cells to divide uncontrollably. In this article, we will explore
Mosaic Turner Syndrome with Y Chromosome Material and Gonadoblastoma Read More
Turner syndrome (TS) is a genetic disorder characterized by the loss or alteration of one X chromosome in biological women. This genetic alteration can have knockdown effects that are reflected in elevated or reduced risks of certain kinds of cancer for TS patients. The impact of TS on the risk of solid tumors will be
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Learn about prenatal screening and diagnostic testing, impact on prenatal care, and resources for expectant parents.
Webinar Prenatal Monosomy X: What a Genetic Counselor Wants You to Know Read More
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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Subscribe to our blog September 13: National Celiac Disease Awareness Day Each year, September 13 marks National Celiac Disease Awareness Day, a time dedicated to increasing understanding and awareness of the impact celiac disease can have on individuals. Following the recent national holiday, TSF is highlighting celiac disease, as it is more common in individuals
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