Common Medical Problems Down Syndrome

Facts about Down Syndrome | CDC

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Many people with Down syndrome have the common facial features and no other major birth defects. However, some people with Down syndrome might have one or more major birth defects or other medical problems. Some of the more common health problems among children with Down syndrome are listed below.… See more

What conditions or disorders are commonly associated …

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Down syndrome - Symptoms and causes - Mayo Clinic

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These complications can include: Heart defects. About half the children with Down syndrome are born with some type of congenital heart defect. These...

Health and medical issues for people with Down syndrome

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Infections. Respiratory infections are more common among people with Down syndrome, …

Complications Linked to Down Syndrome

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Down syndrome is a genetic condition that results when a person is born with 47 chromosomes in their cells instead of the usual 46. ( 1) That extra chromosome …

Trisomy 21 (Down Syndrome) - Children's Hospital of …

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As your child with Down syndrome grows, he is at greater risk for certain medical problems and may develop: Congenital heart disease; Gastrointestinal abnormalities; …

Physical and Health Features of Down …

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Here are seven health problems people with Down syndrome may face: Hypotonia Almost all infants with Down syndrome have low muscle tone ( hypotonia ), …

Data and Statistics on Down Syndrome | CDC

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Compared to children without Down syndrome, children with Down syndrome are at higher risk for: Hearing loss (up to 75% may be affected) Obstructive sleep apnea, a …

Down Syndrome: Symptoms & Causes - Cleveland Clinic

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Common conditions of Down syndrome can include: Heart problems, frequently present at birth. Thyroid abnormalities. Hearing and vision problems. Low fertility rate in males …

The Heart & Down Syndrome | National Down Syndrome Society …

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The most common conditions are atrioventricular septal defect, ventricular septal defect, persistent ductus arteriosus, and tetralogy of Fallot. Most Common Heart …