Medical Issues Down Syndrome Children

What conditions or disorders are commonly associated with …

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Some of the conditions that occur more often among children with Down syndrome include: Heart defects. Almost one-half of babies with Down syndrome have congenital heart disease (CHD), the most common type of... Vision problems. More than …

Down syndrome - Symptoms and causes - Mayo Clinic

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Facts about Down Syndrome | CDC

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Some common physical features of Down syndrome include: A flattened face, especially the bridge of the nose. Almond-shaped eyes that slant up. A …

Health and medical issues for people with Down syndrome

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

Children with Down Syndrome: Health Care …

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The American Academy of Pediatrics (AAP) has developed a special guide to help parents and families of children with Down syndrome. It focuses on medical …

Down Syndrome: Symptoms & Causes - Cleveland Clinic

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People with Down syndrome often have associated medical conditions that are either present at birth or develop over time. These can often be managed by medications or …

Developmental Expectations and Medical Issues for Children …

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Gastrointestinal (GI) - About 5% of infants with Down syndrome will be born with an obstruction of their intestinal tract. This can result in feeding problems, vomiting, or …

Physical and Health Features of Down …

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Many children with Down syndrome are delayed in reaching their motor milestones because of hypotonia. Hypotonia cannot be cured but it generally …

Pediatric Down Syndrome – Children’s Health

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Some of the most common health problems children with Down syndrome have include: Heart disease Hearing loss Eye disease Sleep disorders Feeding disorders Spine …

How do health care providers diagnose Down syndrome?

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Health care providers can check for Down syndrome during pregnancy or after a child is born. There are two types of tests for Down syndrome during pregnancy: …