Down Syndrome
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Down syndrome is set of mental and physical symptoms that result from having an extra copy of chromosome 21. Even though people with Down syndrome may have some physical and mental features in common, symptoms of Down syndrome can range from mild to severe. Usually, mental development and physical development are slower in people with Down syndrome than in those without it.
People with the syndrome may also have other health problems. They may be born with heart disease. They may have dementia. They may have hearing problems and problems with the intestines, eyes, thyroid and skeleton.
The chance of having a baby with Down syndrome increases as a woman gets older. Down syndrome cannot be cured. However, many people with Down syndrome live productive lives well into adulthood.
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Down Syndrome
kidshealth.org — “Down syndrome is a condition in which extra genetic material causes delays in the way a child develops, both physically and mentally.” View full resource at kidshealth.org
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Eighth Annual Trisomy 21 (Down Syndrome) Symposium
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Down Syndrome
children.webmd.com — “Down syndrome is a lifelong condition in which a person is born with distinct physical features and some degree of cognitive disability.” View full resource at children.webmd.com
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Down Syndrome: Is It Wrong To Be Born?
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What is Down's Syndrome?
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Down Syndrome (Trisomy 21)
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Children w/ Down syndrome have degrees of mental retardation, + other health issues. http://t.co/h5F6Gotn Down Syndrome Cntr 314-454-KIDS.
For Kids With Down Syndrome, a 'Ray of Hope'
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Screening And Antenatal Diagnoses Of Down's Syndrome
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Nursing baby with Down's Syndrome
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Awareness Week - Downs Syndrome Association
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parenting.ivillage.com — “Children with Down Syndrome do not have any special nutritional needs.” View full resource at parenting.ivillage.com
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Blood test for Down's syndrome - Telegraph
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Blood test for Down's syndrome - Telegraph
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Down syndrome Information on Healthline
healthline.com — “Down syndrome is a genetic condition in which a person has 47 chromosomes instead of the usual 46.” View full resource at healthline.com
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One in every 733 babies is born with Down syndrome in the United States. http://bit.ly/6jNWqL
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KidsHealth.org
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