XXY-syndrome

8.7

A male condition caused by an extra X chromosome that often causes small testes and reduced fertility

noun
/ˈɛksˈɛksˈwaɪ ˈsɪnˌdroʊm/

Specialized

: síndrome de XXY

The doctor explained that XXY-syndrome can lead to infertility in some men.

Examples

Many men with XXY-syndrome experience hormonal imbalances.
After genetic testing, he was diagnosed with XXY-syndrome.
Awareness of XXY-syndrome has led to better medical support for those affected.
The doctor diagnosed him with XXY-syndrome.
After genetic testing, he was diagnosed with XXY-syndrome which can affect his physical development.
Awareness of XXY-syndrome has led to better medical support for men who experience its symptoms.
The doctor explained that men with XXY-syndrome might face challenges related to fertility.

Synonyms

XXY

vsXXY-syndrome

Specialized

1 9.9

A male with two X chromosomes and one Y chromosome

is the syndrome resulting from that chromosomal pattern

Klinefelter syndrome

vsXXY-syndrome

Specialized

6.2

A genetic condition in males with an extra X chromosome causing small testes, low sperm, and learning problems

is identical in meaning but written with a possessive form

Klinefelter's syndrome

vsXXY-syndrome

Specialized

7.4

A condition in males when they have an extra X chromosome that makes the testicles small and reduces sperm

is identical in meaning but written without the possessive apostrophe

Surface Forms

XXY-syndrome singular

XXY-syndromes plural

Morphology

XXY-syndrome = syndrome (semi-transparent) = XXY + syndrome

Formally composed of the karyotype label 'XXY' and 'syndrome'; the structural relation is clear but interpreting 'XXY' requires domain/genetic knowledge.

Etymology

XXY-syndrome: The name XXY-syndrome comes from the way scientists write the sex chromosomes: X and Y, and XXY means 'two Xs and one Y'. So the name tells you the cause — a man has an 'extra X chromosome', which helps explain the effects on growth and the ability to have children.