The medical history (history of illness) represents an important component in the diagnosis of Turner syndrome.
Family history
- Are there any hereditary diseases in your family?
- Do congenital malformations run in your family?
Social history
Current anamnesis / systemic anamnesis (somatic and psychological complaints) – also due toclarification of secondary diseases.
- Do you have a menstrual period? [Amenorrhea (absence of menstruation)]
- Are you delayed in reaching puberty?
- Do you suffer from frequent back pain? [osteoporosis]
- Do you have frequent bone fractures? [Osteoporosis]
- Is your hearing impaired? [Hypacusis (hearing loss)]
- Have you had headaches and dizziness associated with fever and feelings of weakness in childhood? [Otitis media (middle ear infection)]
- Do you have a pronounced amount of moles?
- Do you suffer from clotting disorders? [hemophilia]
Vegetative anamnesis incl. nutritional anamnesis
Self anamnesis incl. medication anamnesis
- Pre-existing conditions
- Operations
- Allergies
* If this question has been answered with “Yes”, an immediate visit to the doctor is required! (Information without guarantee)
