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klinefelter's syndrome

 

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Noun klinefelter's syndrome has 1 sense
  1. Klinefelter's syndrome, Klinefelter syndrome, XXY-syndrome - syndrome in males that is characterized by small testes and long legs and enlarged breasts and reduced sperm production and mental retardation; a genetic defect in which an extra X chromosome (XXY) is present in the male
    --1 is a kind of syndrome

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Klinefelter's Syndrome

Definition: Klinefelter's syndrome, also known as 47,XXY or XXY syndrome, is a genetic disorder in which a male has an extra X chromosome. This condition typically leads to infertility, delayed puberty, and several physical and cognitive impairments.

Senses:

  1. Noun (Medical): A genetic disorder characterized by the presence of an extra X chromosome in males, resulting in various physical, reproductive, and psychological abnormalities.
  2. Noun (Popular): A condition in males caused by an additional X chromosome, associated with infertility and developmental issues.

Examples:

  1. The doctor diagnosed John with Klinefelter's syndrome after conducting genetic tests.
  2. Klinefelter's syndrome can often lead to hormonal imbalances and reduced fertility.
  3. Louis faced numerous challenges growing up due to the physical and cognitive impairments associated with Klinefelter's syndrome.

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