Pictures and Symptoms of Klinefelter's Syndrome - XXY or X-X-Y
Klinefelter's Syndrome is a genetic disorder that happens in 1 in every 500 to 1000 male births. Instead of the normal XY chromosomes, these individuals have and extra X chromosome making them XXY. The normal human genetic make up is 46XY. Males usually have one X and one Y chromosome, i.e. the chromosome constitution 46,XY. Males with Klinefelter's syndrome have two X chromosomes (47-XXY), in rare cases three (48-XXXY) or four (49-XXXXY) X-chromosomes. The X-chromosomes carry genes in terms of development of testicles, sex hormone production and physical sex development in general as well as to a certain extent also height growth. The extra chromosome(s) results in a series of issues:
Klinefelter's Syndrome Symptoms
- Small Firm Testicles
- Low Testosterone
- Infertility
- Incomplete Masculinization
- Female Body Hair Distribution (Sparse facial, armpit, and pubic hair)
- Decreased Libido
Pictures: XXY Klinefelter Male with Tall Thin Body Shape
- Body Shape Patterns:
- Pear Shaped
- Tall
- Abnormal Proportions (Short Trunk, Long Legs, Long Arms, Lower Body Larger Than Upper)
- Teeth Abnormality - (Taurodontism - Enlarged Pulp and Thin Tooth Surface)
Photographs: XXY Klinefelter Male with Pear Body Shape, Long Arms and Legs
- Varicose Veins, Spider Veins, and Clots
- Gynecomastia Male Breast Deformity
- Autoimmune Disorders
- Lupus
- Rheumatoid Arthritis
- Sjogren's Syndrome
Pictures: XXY Klinefelter Male with Pear Body Shape and Gynecomastia
Pictures: XXY Klinefelter Male Tall Pear Body Shape, Long Arms and Legs
- Low Energy
- Developmental Delays
- Difficulty with Motor Skills
- Impaired Language / Speech Skills (especially with expressive language)
- Learning Disabilities
- Normal or High IQ
- Social Interaction Difficulties
- ADHD (Attention Deficient Hyperactivity Disorder)
- Impulse Control Disorder
- Depression
- Low Self Esteem
Right Pictures: 48-XXXY Klinefelter Male
Testosterone Treatment often results in:
- Increased muscle mass
- Increased strength
- Male distribution body hair
- Improved mood and self esteem
- Increased energy and sex drive
- Does not treat infertility
- Testicles remain small
- Improved concentration
- Stabilization of breast growth (often does not decrease size)
Testing for Klinefelter's Syndrome |
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Karyotyping Chromosome Mapping |
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| Semen Count | Low | |
| Serum Testosterone | Low | |
| Serum LH (Leuteinizing Hormone) | High | |
| Serum FSH (Follicle Stimulating Hormone | High | |
| Serum Estradiol (Estrogen) | High | |
| Testicle Size Measurement | <10cc | Photographs XXY Klinefelter Male |
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Klinefelter Syndrome Patient with Gynecomastia
Right Picture
16 Months after Gynecomastia Surgery
Learn more about this Klinefelter's Syndrome Patient's Gynecomastia
Picture Before Gynecomastia Surgery
15 year old teenager with Klinefelter and gynecomastia under care of endocrinologist with testosterone therapy.
Learn more about this adolecent male.
Where Do I Get Help?
Dr. Bermant is glad to help explore what plastic surgery may have to offer for the Gynecomastia Male Breast Enlargement aspect of Klinefelter's Syndrome. He sees patients from around the world. We have a Preliminary Remote Package to help minimize travel to Richmond for Dr. Bermant's male chest sculpture.
Check with one of the Klinefelter PlasticWeb Resource Links on the Internet for help with finding a specialist for diagnosis and treatment of the many other aspects of Klinefelter's Syndrome.
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Dr. Bermant has a particular interest in the Gynecomastia. He frequently lectures about Klinefelter's Syndrome and is on the Professional Advisory Board of the The American Association for Klinefelter Syndrome Information and Support (AAKSIS). |
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