Help me, i have just had one of those phone calls you dread.

[largeginandtonic]

DD has seen a consultant for tests recently, she is behind at school and seems emotionally immature. We had lots of academic tests done, took about 2 hours. She seemed to do ok.

We were then sent to the hospital for blood tests. I have no idea what for. The hospital just phoned me and said can the consultant come to the house one evening this week and speak to me about the results. They said they need my husband to be home too.

I am terrified. Has anyone else had a consultant come to the house? Am shaking and cant get hold of my husband or my mother.

She is coming tonight.

Oh LG&T. I'm so very sorry.

big big hugs for you and your family.x

so sorry

Hey LG&T, sorry it turned out to be something serious. BUT your dd is still the same gorgeous little girl she was before tonight.

ing what I have today, it seems the main issue is the hormones (or lack thereof concerning puberty etc) and growth......ability wise and emotional wise they are as you and me. normal!

she will need hormones to help her hit puberty in the right way, and for her to fit in, and again, she will need fertilty treatment when that time comes, but to anyone who doesn't know her in the future, or even now, unless you tell them, they would never guess.

all this is new tho, so all will be horrifying and shocking, but honestly.....it is managable and she will learn to cope, as will you all.

many many cyber hugs tho, as all this right nwo will play on your mind for days.

x

Ok - what a shock - but now you know and you can go forward together. Did the doctor give you any idea of your next step?

nice post edam

nothing more to add except one more hug and lots of love and support to you at this time. we are all here for you x

oh babes am so so sorry,I second what cam said when I met Phin she was funny and sweet child who showed how caring she was playing with all the babies. Much much love to you N and all the brood. xx

I had a mindee with TS and she was fine only thing's i noticed were that she would get a bit more tired, her teeth were prone to coming out earlier than "normal" (whatever normal is) other than this she's a normal child who does everything the others do

Only just seen this thread LG&T - so sorry, I'm afraid I can't offer any practical advice, but I'm thinking about you and your beautiful daughter tonight.
I hope the websites suggested can provide some support when you're ready for them.

So sorry to hear this, LG&T. You'll get loads of support on here (but you already knew that) so keep posting

thinking of you LG&T x

Thinking of you, LG&T.

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So sorry LG&T. Stay strong and look after each other xx

Hi LargeG&T - So sorry to hear your news.

The only knowledge I have of Turners Syndrome is from a girl that used to do work experience where I worked. She was a lovely girl with a wicked sense of humour. She looked much younger than she was (17)and didn't have the emotional maturity that a 17 year old normally has. She was very capable at doing jobs she had been set to do and would have definitely been able to hold down a job.

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I'm so sorry the news was bad. It must be an incredible shock. Wishing you strength to deal with the aftermath and hoping you find some helpful support
But your daughter will still be the same lovely child she was before 7pm. x x

Largeginandtonic I am so sorry you have such a shock.

My daughter has a genetic disorder, and we see the paediatric consultant who will probably be seeing you too (she specialises in endocrinology - hormones etc). I live near Portsmouth and am happy to meet up with you when/if you feel ready.

Be kind to yourself and shout if you need us.

Oh, what a shock for you LG&T

I hope this is OK but I have posted a link to this thread to ask the posters on Special Needs to see if they know anyone who can chat to you about Turners Syndrome

Oh sweetie, I'm so sorry. {{hugs}} for all of you. xxx

Have you got hold of your Mum?

LGT please email me if you need to for support
My dd has Noonan Syndrome very similar to Turners in historical terms - NS used to be called Male Turners
My dd is thriving and fantastic with expert NHS support and education intervention she is excelling (age 5)

A shock now but you have a good diagnosis, which means you can get tailored support and help.
I know the shock and grief you will feel at the moment, but it will be okm you will cope and your dd will get on ok.
Wishing you love and luck
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Hope you are ok largeginandtonic.
All I really wanted to say at this stage is that she's still the same little girl she always was, nothing has actually changed. You just have a name for something that is going on inside her. Everything else is at it was.
Take a day at a time and deal with things as they come up.
Now you have a name for what's going on you can be prepared and deal with anything that TS throws at you, but in general and for now, one day at a time.
All love - TC x

What a terrible shock for you, and what a lot to take in in one day!

As other posters have already said, your DD is no different now than she was this morning. Presumably it's a good thing that she has only been diagnosed now (I think severe cases are easier to diagnose at birth?).

Your darling girl...sending her and you lots of love and strength.