Medical Problems Down Syndrome Babies

Facts about Down Syndrome | CDC

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Some of the more common health problems among children with Down syndrome are listed below. 8. Hearing loss; Obstructive sleep apnea, which is a condition where the person’s breathing temporarily stops while asleep; Ear infections; Eye diseases; Heart defects present at birth; Health care providers routinely monitor c… See more

Down syndrome - Symptoms and causes - Mayo Clinic

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People with Down syndrome can have a variety of complications, some of which become more prominent as they get older. These complications can include: Heart defects. About half the children …

What conditions or disorders are commonly associated …

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Health and medical issues for people with Down syndrome

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Children with Down syndrome have a 10 to 20 fold increased risk of developing leukemia The cumulative risk for leukemia by the age of 5 years is around 2%. Many children with …

Down Syndrome: Causes, Types, and Symptoms

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Medical complications often accompany Down syndrome. These may include: congenital heart defects hearing loss poor vision …

Down Syndrome (for Parents) - Nemours KidsHealth

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Medical problems that happen more often with Down syndrome include: thyroid problems (usually hypothyroidism) stomach and intestinal problems, including celiac disease, reflux, and constipation …

Down Syndrome (for Kids) - Nemours KidsHealth

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Kids with Down syndrome are more likely to get infections that affect their lungs and breathing. They may have eye or ear problems or digestion problems like constipation. …

6 things to expect with Down syndrome babies

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About 50% of babies with Down syndrome have a heart defect. Two of these are ventricular septal defects, a hole in the lower heart chambers that can lead to …

Caring for a Baby Who Has Down Syndrome

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When you first learn that your baby has Down syndrome, you may feel disappointment, grief, anger, frustration, fear, and anxiety about the future. These feelings are all normal. Talking to other parents of children …

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 disorders Muscle problems …