48 XXYY syndrome

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Disease overview

Non-inherited disorder characterized by the presence of an extra X and Y chromosomes in males.

Common symptoms

Tall staturesmall testesinfertilityanxietyaggressivenessproblems communicatinghyperactivitydepressiongeneral learning disabilitiesbone abnormalitiestremorobesitytype 2 diabetes

WHEN TO SUSPECT

  • Recommendation 1

    Diagnosing 48,XXYY requires a genetic test called a karyotype.

HOW TO TEST

  • Recommendation 1

    Diagnosing 48,XXYY requires a genetic test called a karyotype.

TREATMENT

  • Recommendation 1

    Testosterone-based hormone therapy

PRIMARY CARE

  • Recommendation 1

    Specialist referrals, psychological and hormone therapy

FURTHER SUPPORT

  • Recommendation 1

    AXYS reccomends various clinics and physicians . Referral to Medical Genetics Department, if available. Initial virtual care is also available through organizations like TeleRare Health.

CLINICAL TRIALS

  • Recommendation 1

    Two clinical trials currently recruiting

Sources

No data available

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