Klinefelter syndrome affects the male sex. It is a sex chromosome disorder where the male child has an extra X chromosome. Errors in cell division during fetal development causes this. Affected children present with disabilities in learning, speech, and language development. They are taller than normal children. Other physical features include small testis, undescended testis, gynecomastia, decreased muscle mass, sparse facial and body hairs, reduced bone density, and curved little fingers. There is incomplete puberty due to deficient testosterone. This also causes infertility.
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I am a 25-year-old male, but I look feminine. Why?
Query: Hello doctor, I am a 25 year old male. I am 181 cm tall and I weigh 70 kg. All the members in my family are tall, but I am not that big when compared to my father and brother. I am mentally depressed since my childhood. It is all about my body. I was a female looking boy with very soft body, less... Read Full »
Answer: Hi, Welcome to icliniq.com. I totally understand your anxiety. Based on the description which you have given, there could be a possibility of Klinefelter syndrome. This condition can be seen in about one in 600 boys. A normal male will have a chromosomal pattern of XY. However, in case of Klinefelt... Read Full »
I have a family history of low testosterone. What are my chances?
Query: Hello doctor, If my dad and just recently my 20 years old brother both have low testosterone levels, what are the chances that I will too? I am 18 years old. Read Full »
Answer: Hi, Welcome to icliniq.com. If low testosterones are due to secondary (acquired) causes then you are spared. The cause of low testosterone should be ascertained in your father which could be done only after detailed history and physical examination because there are number of causes for low testoste... Read Full »
Can the lump under my male breast be cancerous?
Query: Hello doctor, I am a 24-year-old male. My complaint is that I have a breast lump in my right breast lower outer quadrant. I noticed it three days ago. I have pain at that site. I also noticed redness in the surrounding areas. I have poor beard growth and chest hair so I suspect that it could be gyne... Read Full »
Answer: Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. Most probably it is gynecomastia as it is common in young age and may cause pain. Although, breast cancer is rare in males, it is more aggressive with rapid growth and spread. I suggest that you take painkillers and send me a photo of the red lump Also if you have no... Read Full »
What are the symptoms of Klinefelter syndrome?
Query: Hello doctor, I am an 18 year old, who weighs 209.4 lbs, and I am obese. I have small testicles and penis. My testosterone level is 7.8.The test was done at 9 AM. I have very less body hair, little hair on my legs, and a lot of pubic hair. I have less beard growth and no hair in the armpits. I am co... Read Full »
Answer: Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. I just read your query and saw your detailed reports (attachment removed to protect patient identity) and from the history that you mentioned, it does seem that you might be possibly having Klinefelter syndrome (KS) but, there are some tests which are not confirming y... Read Full »
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