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Down syndrome is a genetic condition which causes development issues, both physical and mental, in a child. A baby born with Down syndrome is usually born with a flat facial profile, small ears, enlarged tongue, upward slanting eyes and a single crease in the center of the palm. Babies with Down syndrome have loose joints and low muscle tone. When compared to normal babies, their growth and development is quite slow. More...
Prenatal Symptoms Of Down Syndrome
In the United States the incidence of Down syndrome is approximately 1 in a 1,000 births. And it has been proven that there is no correlation between Down syndrome and any culture, ethnic group or geographic location.
The chances of having a child with Down syndrome depend on the age of the mother. The odds of having a child with Down syndrome are around 1 in 350 at the age of 35. If the mother is under 25, the odds are more in her favor and they are 1 in 1,400. However, if you decide to have a baby at 40, the odds dramatically increase and are 1 in 100. More...
Down Syndrome And Caries
One out of every 1,000 births results in an extra chromosome resulting in Down syndrome. It is estimated that are 250,000 people in the U.S. with Down syndrome but they have become a part of the mainstream society in the recent years. With inclusive school, community and work settings, people with Down syndrome have achieved a greater level of functioning.
Related Topics:
- Adopting A Down Syndrome Baby
- Teaching Children With Down Syndrome Sign Language
