Medical Issues Associated With Down Syndrome

What conditions or disorders are commonly associated …

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In addition to intellectual and developmental disabilities, children with Down syndrome are at an increased risk for certain health problems. However, each individual with Down syndrome is different, and not every person will have serious health …

Down syndrome - Symptoms and causes - Mayo Clinic

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Facts about Down Syndrome | CDC

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Other Health Problems. 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 …

Health and medical issues for people with Down syndrome

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Health and medical issues. Some health problems are more common among people with Down syndrome than among the general population. However, given knowledgeable …

Medical Problems Associated with Down Syndrome

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Atlantoaxial instability (AAI), which is caused by excess movement between the first and second vertebrae in the neck, occurs in approximately 15% of youths and causes a …

Down Syndrome: Symptoms & Causes - Cleveland Clinic

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What other medical conditions are associated with Down syndrome? People with Down syndrome may have other medical conditions that are either present at birth or develop …

What are common symptoms of Down syndrome? - NICHD

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The symptoms of Down syndrome vary from person to person, and people with Down syndrome may have different problems at different times of their lives. …

Down Syndrome - Johns Hopkins All Children's Hospital

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The physical features and medical problems associated with Down syndrome can vary widely from child to child. While some kids with DS need a lot of medical attention, others …

Mental Health & Down Syndrome | National Down …

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Children and adults who have multiple medical problems, significant difficulty communicating, or impaired hearing or vision tend to experience higher rates of mental …

Complications Linked to Down Syndrome | Everyday Health

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People With Down Syndrome Are at Reduced Risk of Some Health Problems, Too The extra chromosome doesn’t bring only problems. Vellody says there are a number of health benefits …