Yes, men with XYY syndrome can often have babies without medical intervention.
While most men with XYY syndrome (also known as 47,XYY syndrome) are fertile, and can father children, some may experience fertility issues. This means that although they are capable of producing sperm, there might be difficulties in achieving pregnancy. It's also possible for a man with XYY syndrome to pass on the extra Y chromosome to his son, though this is not always the case. The mechanisms during sperm formation usually prevent this from happening.
Here's a breakdown:
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Fertility: The majority of men with XYY syndrome are fertile.
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Potential Challenges: A small percentage might experience fertility problems.
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Genetic Transmission: It's possible, though uncommon, for the extra Y chromosome to be passed on. Sperm production often corrects this issue.
Therefore, while XYY syndrome can sometimes present challenges, it doesn't automatically preclude a man from having children.
