Medical Problems With Down Syndrome Babies

Facts about Down Syndrome | CDC

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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 defects or other medical problems. Some of the more common health problems among children with Down syndrome are … See more

What conditions or disorders are commonly associated …

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Down syndrome - Symptoms and causes - Mayo Clinic

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About half the children with Down syndrome are born with some type of congenital heart defect. These heart problems can be life-threatening and may require surgery in early infancy. Gastrointestinal …

What are common symptoms of Down syndrome? - NICHD

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Cognitive impairment, problems with thinking and learning, is common in people with Down syndrome and usually ranges from mild to moderate. Only rarely is …

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 …

Complications Linked to Down Syndrome | Everyday Health

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Dr. Vellody says the number one complication for people with Down syndrome is being born with a heart defect. Forty-seven percent of people with Down syndrome are born with a heart defect....

Down Syndrome: Symptoms, Causes, and Living With It

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2 days ago · Weak immune system. Hypothyroidism (low function of the thyroid gland) People who have Down syndrome have a higher-than-average risk of developing …

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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Babies who have Down syndrome have smaller Eustachian tubes (part of your inner ear). This causes fluid buildup. That can be relieved with tubes. Your doctor will surgically insert the tubes to drain the fluid. …

Data and Statistics on Down Syndrome | CDC

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Sometimes infants with Down syndrome are born weighing less than 1,500 grams, or about 3.3 pounds. This is called “very low birth weight.” These babies are 24 times more likely to die in the first 28 days of life compared …