Klinefelter syndrome is a sex chromosome disorder that affects male children and may be diagnosed before or after birth. Boys with Klinefelter syndrome have an extra copy of the X chromosome, which affects their growth and development and may lead to infertility. If your child has been diagnosed, consider these three treatment options recommended by Klinefelter syndrome specialists.
Speech and Physical Therapy
Many children with Klinefelter syndrome suffer from muscle weakness and speech disorders. Early intervention with speech and physical therapy is important to keep your child’s development on track. Androgen treatment centers recommend physical therapy to support muscle development in boys who are receiving testosterone replacement.
Educational Evaluation and Support
Learning disorders and social problems at school are common among children with Klinefelter syndrome. Klinefelter syndrome specialists recommend educational evaluation for affected children before starting school. Work with your child’s teacher, school counselor and school nurse to create a support plan for your child.
Hormone Replacement Therapy
Boys with Klinefelter syndrome often don’t experience typical male puberty, which can lead to bullying and loss of self-esteem during the teen and early adult years. Visit an androgen treatment center to discuss testosterone replacement therapy for your child before the onset of puberty.
Are you looking for resources to help your child with Klinefelter syndrome? The Focus Foundation is a research-based agency dedicated to assisting children who have sex chromosome disorders, dyslexia or developmental dyspraxia and their families. Visit their website at https://thefocusfoundation.org.
