47,XYY syndrome
Synonyms: Double Y syndrome | XYY syndrome | Y disomy
A rare sex chromosome aneuploidy where males receive an additional Y chromosome that is characterized clinically by tall stature evident from childhood macrocephaly facial features (mild hypertelorism low set ears a mildly flat malar region) speech delay and an increased risk for social and emotional difficulties attention deficit hyperactive disorder and autistic spectrum disorder.
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Advocacy Organizations
AXYS
The mission of AXYS is to help individuals with one or more extra X and/or Y chromosomes and their families to lead fuller, more productive lives. The X and Y variations include the trisomies of 47,XXY (Klinefelter syndrome), 47,XYY, and 47,XXX (Trisomy X). Also included are the more rare 48- and 49-chromosome variations 48,XXYY, 48, XXXY and similar conditions.
Rare Chromosome Disorder Support Group – Unique
To inform, support and alleviate the isolation of anyone affected by a rare chromosome or single gene disorder and to raise public awareness.
Syndromes Without A Name (SWAN) Australia
Provide information, support and advocacy to families caring for a child with an undiagnosed or rare genetic condition.
Clinical Trials
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