Klinefelter's Syndrome Association UK
Charity no. 1058319
About the Klinefelter’s Syndrome Association and the condition
The Klinefelter's Syndrome Association (KSA) was founded in 1990 and achieved Registered Charity status in 1996. It exists to support all those affected by Klinefelter's Syndrome (KS) including their wives, partners, parents, grandparents, brothers, sisters, carers and friends. The KSA will assist teachers searching for ways to put together an educational action plan for boys with KS, or health professionals seeking to put a patient in contact with someone with more experience.
Klinefelter's Syndrome is a common condition found in around 1 in 650 live male births and is a congenital condition present from conception. The condition is caused by the presence of one or more additional 'X' chromosomes.
The KSA accepts that it is the individual's right to self-
In seeking to preserve and promote the health and the welfare of all persons affected by Klinefelter's Syndrome the Association seeks to raise the profile of the condition with the medical profession, other public and private bodies and the general public so that all understand its implications, not only for the individual affected, but also for all those with whom they have contact during their lives.
All information on this site is correct to the best of our knowledge, however the KSA (UK) recommends that you verify all facts before acting upon them. Medical treatment and advice should always be confirmed by your GP, consultant or family doctor.
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