Common Medical Issues Down Syndrome

What conditions or disorders are commonly associated …

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Heart defects. Almost one-half of babies with Down syndrome have congenital …

Down syndrome - Symptoms and causes - Mayo Clinic

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Facts about Down Syndrome | CDC

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Other Health Problems Hearing loss Obstructive sleep apnea, which is a condition where the person’s breathing temporarily stops while asleep Ear infections Eye diseases Heart defects …

Health and medical issues for people with Down syndrome

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

What are common symptoms of Down syndrome? - NICHD

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Common physical signs of Down syndrome include 1, 2: Decreased or poor muscle tone Short neck, with excess skin at the back of the neck Flattened facial …

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 …

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 affects the way the person...

Physical and Health Features of Down …

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People with Down syndrome may also have problems with their thyroid gland—a small gland located in the neck—in that they don't produce enough thyroid hormone, which can result in …

Mental Health & Down Syndrome - NDSS

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Common symptoms of depression for children and adults with Down syndrome include: Extreme social withdrawal Consistently sad and/or agitated mood Inability to enjoy …

Common Down Syndrome Associated Conditions — Leaf …

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Health Issues Associated with Down Syndrome Heart Defects. Heart defects occur in up to 47% of people diagnosed with Down Syndrome, while congenital heart disease...