Klinefelters Syndrome
I'm 31 years old and my entire life I have always been tired and just felt like their was something missing. I was picked on non-stop because of severe social anxiety. Then right after college when I was 22 I got bloodwork done and my Test was at 113. I got the MRI of the pituitary to see if there were tumors on the brain. That came back fine. So A-gel given. Fast Forward 9 shitty years and still no answers. Nothing was helping.
Anyway, 2 weeks ago I went to go see a specialist who is one of the best in the land. I have awesome health insurance too and this still cost me $500 out of pocket for consultation. He spend 1 hour asking me very detailed questions, he reviewed all my lab work and finally said "Have you ever heard of Klinefelters Syndrome?" I looked at the symptoms and was completely shocked that almost everything I had. So I had a blood test done to check my chromosome levels and it turns out I have an extra "X". So instead of having the normal male XY, I had XXY. I couldn't believe this guy was right and all these other Endo's did not. The only problem is there is no cure for this syndrome. However, it can be controlled with testosterone replacement therapy (TRT) or HRT. Another draw back is that men with this have an extremely low chance of producing sperm to make a baby. Although, he did say there are ways around that and it can be done.
So I thought I would share this with the members in this Forum who might be wondering why their T is so low compared to other guys. Especially if you are younger than 30.
I would love to hear some feedback once you read about it and see if it sounds like something you could possibly have as well.
Here is just some info on it:
Klinefelter syndrome, 46/47, XXY, or XXY syndrome is a condition in which human males have an extra X chromosome. While females have an XX chromosomal makeup, and males an XY, affected individuals have at least two X chromosomes and at least one Y chromosome.[1] Because of the extra chromosome, individuals with the condition are usually referred to as "XXY Males", or "47, XXY Males".[2]
In humans, Klinefelter syndrome is the most common sex chromosome disorder in males[3] and the second most common condition caused by the presence of extra chromosomes. The condition exists in roughly 1 out of every 500-650 males[4][5] but many of these people may not show symptoms. Other mammals also have the XXY syndrome, including mice.[6]
Principal effects include hypogonadism and reduced fertility. A variety of other physical and behavioural differences and problems are common, though severity varies and many boys and men with the condition have few detectable symptoms.
An Overview of Testosterone Treatment for Klinefelter Syndrome
Ideally, males with Klinefelter syndrome should begin testosterone treatment as soon as they enter puberty. However, males with Klinefelter syndrome diagnosed in adulthood are also likely to benefit from the hormone. A regular schedule of testosterone injections will increase strength and muscle size, and promote the growth of facial and body hair.
In addition to these physical changes, testosterone injections often bring on psychological changes. As they begin to develop a more masculine appearance, males with Klinefelter syndrome will often have increased self-esteem. Many become more energetic and stop having sudden, angry changes in moods. What is not clear is whether these psychological changes are a direct result of testosterone treatment or are a side benefit of the increased self-confidence that the treatment may bring. As a group, XXY boys tend to experience depression, principally because of their scholastic difficulties and problems fitting in with other males their age. Sudden, angry changes in mood are typical in depressed people.
Other benefits of testosterone as a treatment for Klinefelter syndrome may include decreased need for sleep, an enhanced ability to concentrate, and improved relations with others.
I'm 31 years old and my entire life I have always been tired and just felt like their was something missing. I was picked on non-stop because of severe social anxiety. Then right after college when I was 22 I got bloodwork done and my Test was at 113. I got the MRI of the pituitary to see if there were tumors on the brain. That came back fine. So A-gel given. Fast Forward 9 shitty years and still no answers. Nothing was helping.
Anyway, 2 weeks ago I went to go see a specialist who is one of the best in the land. I have awesome health insurance too and this still cost me $500 out of pocket for consultation. He spend 1 hour asking me very detailed questions, he reviewed all my lab work and finally said "Have you ever heard of Klinefelters Syndrome?" I looked at the symptoms and was completely shocked that almost everything I had. So I had a blood test done to check my chromosome levels and it turns out I have an extra "X". So instead of having the normal male XY, I had XXY. I couldn't believe this guy was right and all these other Endo's did not. The only problem is there is no cure for this syndrome. However, it can be controlled with testosterone replacement therapy (TRT) or HRT. Another draw back is that men with this have an extremely low chance of producing sperm to make a baby. Although, he did say there are ways around that and it can be done.
So I thought I would share this with the members in this Forum who might be wondering why their T is so low compared to other guys. Especially if you are younger than 30.
I would love to hear some feedback once you read about it and see if it sounds like something you could possibly have as well.
Here is just some info on it:
Klinefelter syndrome, 46/47, XXY, or XXY syndrome is a condition in which human males have an extra X chromosome. While females have an XX chromosomal makeup, and males an XY, affected individuals have at least two X chromosomes and at least one Y chromosome.[1] Because of the extra chromosome, individuals with the condition are usually referred to as "XXY Males", or "47, XXY Males".[2]
In humans, Klinefelter syndrome is the most common sex chromosome disorder in males[3] and the second most common condition caused by the presence of extra chromosomes. The condition exists in roughly 1 out of every 500-650 males[4][5] but many of these people may not show symptoms. Other mammals also have the XXY syndrome, including mice.[6]
Principal effects include hypogonadism and reduced fertility. A variety of other physical and behavioural differences and problems are common, though severity varies and many boys and men with the condition have few detectable symptoms.
An Overview of Testosterone Treatment for Klinefelter Syndrome
Ideally, males with Klinefelter syndrome should begin testosterone treatment as soon as they enter puberty. However, males with Klinefelter syndrome diagnosed in adulthood are also likely to benefit from the hormone. A regular schedule of testosterone injections will increase strength and muscle size, and promote the growth of facial and body hair.
In addition to these physical changes, testosterone injections often bring on psychological changes. As they begin to develop a more masculine appearance, males with Klinefelter syndrome will often have increased self-esteem. Many become more energetic and stop having sudden, angry changes in moods. What is not clear is whether these psychological changes are a direct result of testosterone treatment or are a side benefit of the increased self-confidence that the treatment may bring. As a group, XXY boys tend to experience depression, principally because of their scholastic difficulties and problems fitting in with other males their age. Sudden, angry changes in mood are typical in depressed people.
Other benefits of testosterone as a treatment for Klinefelter syndrome may include decreased need for sleep, an enhanced ability to concentrate, and improved relations with others.
