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Editor-In-Chief: C. Michael Gibson, M.S., M.D. [1]

Overview

The genetic variation is irreversible, but its symptoms can be altered or treated in a number of ways, including testosterone treatment and other therapies.

Testosterone therapy may be prescribed. This can help:

• Grow body hair
• Improve appearance of muscles
• Improve concentration
• Improve mood and self esteem
• Increase energy and sex drive
• Increase strength

Most men with this syndrome are not able to father children. However, some men have been able to have children. An infertility specialist may be able to help.

Inadequately treated hypogonadism in Klinefelter syndrome increases recognized psychosocial morbidity. At least one study indicates that planned and timed support should be provided for young men with Klinefelter syndrome, to ameliorate current poor psychosocial outcomes.