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{{SK}} Olfactogenital dysplasia; de Morsier-Gauthier syndrome
{{SK}} Olfactogenital dysplasia; de Morsier-Gauthier syndrome
== Psychological Issues ==
==[[Kallman syndrome overview|Overview]]==
In some cases, the psychological effects of having this condition can outweigh the significance of any physical symptoms.


The social stigma of being left behind by your peer group at a vital stage of physical and emotional development can leave lasting damage to some people. Some people with Kallmann syndrome find it difficult to fit into social groups and may have trouble in forming relationships both on the physical and emotional level. This might be more profound in people who are diagnosed later in life.
==[[Kallman syndrome historical perspective|Historical Perspective]]==
==[[Kallman syndrome pathophysiology|Pathophysiology]]==


== Practical Issues ==
==[[Kallman syndrome causes|Causes]]==


While the lack of sense of smell may not be important when compared to the lack of sexual development, it does give rise to a few situations where care should be taken. These can include:
==[[Kallman syndrome differential diagnosis|Differentiating Kallman syndrome from other Diseases]]==


Personal hygiene.
==[[Kallman syndrome epidemiology and demographics|Epidemiology and Demographics]]==


Gas leaks within the home. Fitting gas detectors within the home is recommended.
==[[Kallman syndrome natural history, complications and prognosis|Natural History, Complications and Prognosis]]==


Food & drink spoilage. Extra care should be taken with the expiration dates for food and drink.
==Diagnosis==
[[Kallman syndrome history and symptoms|History and Symptoms]] | [[Kallman syndrome physical examination|Physical Examination]] | [[Kallman syndrome laboratory findings|Laboratory Findings]] | [[Kallman syndrome CT|CT]] | [[Kallman syndrome MRI|MRI]] | [[Kallman syndrome echocardiography or ultrasound|Echocardiography or Ultrasound]] | [[Kallman syndrome other imaging findings|Other Imaging Findings]] | [[Kallman syndrome other diagnostic studies|Other Diagnostic Studies]]


== References ==
==Treatment==
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[[Kallman syndrome medical therapy|Medical Therapy]] | [[Kallman syndrome surgery|Surgery]] | [[Kallman syndrome prevention|Prevention]] | [[Kallman syndrome cost-effectiveness of therapy|Cost-Effectiveness of Therapy]] | [[Kallman syndrome future or investigational therapies|Future or Investigational Therpies]]


==External links==
==Case Studies==
 
[[Kallman syndrome case study one|Case #1]]
*[http://www.kallmanns.org/ Updated information web site on Kallmann syndrome]
*[http://www.hypohh.net/ Information web site on Kallmann's syndrome]
*[http://news.bbc.co.uk/1/hi/magazine/4492814.stm Man, 33, seeks puberty] The case of Lawrence Koomson a physician who was treated for the condition as filmed in the documentary. (BBC)


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Latest revision as of 18:01, 19 September 2012

Kallman syndrome
The structure of GNRH1
(from PDB: 1YY1​)
ICD-10 E23.0
ICD-9 253.4
OMIM 308700 147950 244200 138850 607002
DiseasesDB 7091
MeSH D017436

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Synonyms and keywords: Olfactogenital dysplasia; de Morsier-Gauthier syndrome

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Causes

Differentiating Kallman syndrome from other Diseases

Epidemiology and Demographics

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History and Symptoms | Physical Examination | Laboratory Findings | CT | MRI | Echocardiography or Ultrasound | Other Imaging Findings | Other Diagnostic Studies

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