Can Turner syndrome be cured or prevented?
There is no cure for Turner syndrome; however, many of the more serious problems can be treated. For example, growth hormone and androgen therapy can be given to increase final adult height; hormone replacement therapy can be given so that girls will develop secondary sexual characteristics; coarctation of the aorta can be surgically corrected if needed; and medications are available to treat high blood pressure, diabetes, and thyroid problems.
