Humans have a total of 46 chromosomes that store important genetic material. X and Y chromosomes determine a person’s sex. The female sex possesses two X chromosomes, while males have one X and one Y. Turner syndrome is a genetic condition that only affects females, when a portion or the entirety of one of the X chromosomes is missing. This can lead to short stature as well as hearing and vision issues. Many people with Turner syndrome develop heart defects and diabetes.

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