[MassachusettsMom]

Anyone have any experience with a child diagnosed with triple x? I understand learning delays, lower IQ and infertility are all possibilities... but has anyone fostered or adopted a little girl with triple x? Or could point me in the direction of some resources?

[RavenSong]

I've taken the following excerpt from the National Library of Medicine's website (National Institutes of Health):

What Is Triple X Syndrome?

Triple X syndrome, also called trisomy X or 47,XXX, is characterized by the presence of an additional X chromosome in each of a female's cells. Although females with this condition may be taller than average, this chromosomal change typically causes no unusual physical features. Most females with triple X syndrome have normal sexual development and are able to conceive children.

Triple X syndrome is associated with an increased risk of learning disabilities and delayed development of speech and language skills. Delayed development of motor skills (such as sitting and walking), weak muscle tone (hypotonia), and behavioral and emotional difficulties are also possible, but these characteristics vary widely among affected girls and women. Seizures or kidney abnormalities occur in about 10 percent of affected females.

Please visit the website for the entire article at Triple X syndrome - Genetics Home Reference

Another website you might want to visit for in-depth info on Trisomy X is the Mayo Clinic at: Triple X syndrome - MayoClinic.com

I hope this helps a bit.

[MassachusettsMom]

Thank you!

[jllambert]

Originally Posted by RavenSong

I've taken the following excerpt from the National Library of Medicine's website (National Institutes of Health):

Please visit the website for the entire article at Triple X syndrome - Genetics Home Reference

Another website you might want to visit for in-depth info on Trisomy X is the Mayo Clinic at: Triple X syndrome - MayoClinic.com

I hope this helps a bit.

Wow this sounds just like our Little "I" but today we got the chromosome study back and it shows no adnormalities. The Geneticists said they will continue to try and see if there is a syndrome that could be the cause of her issues!