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Down Syndrome
and How to Cope.
Sources:
Dr. Rajeeves Family Clinic
Healthdirect.gov.au
medanta.org
Down Syndrome, What is it?
Down's Syndrome
Down Syndrome comes from three different ways, each connected to Trisonomy 21.
Extra Copies
One common way to have Down Syndrome,
is having three copies of the Chromosome Trisonomy 21.
Extra Copies
Translocation
The second way, is part or all of chromosome Trisonomy 21 is attached to another chromosome.
Translocation
Mosiac
The third possible way includes when your cell has two copies of chromosome Trisonomy 21.
Mosiac
What Happens After
Detected, Diagnosed
Down Syndrome can be looked for, and detected before the baby is even born. This is done through NIPT, (Non-invasive Prenatal Testing) and Diagnostic Tests. Down Syndrome appears in about 1 and every 700 babies.
Treatment
Treatment
As there is no cure for Down Syndrome, there is no treatment to stop it. But, there are many for the side affects that come with it.
Baryta Carb- Relieves sores from cold or wet weather
Calcarea Carb- Good treatment for Joint pains
Phosphorus- Regulates gene transcriptions
Appears, and inside
What You May Notice
If your child is diagnosed with Down Syndrome, you may notice some things about he/she. Such as:
- Overweight
- Trouble Hearing
- Bone Issues
- Heart Defects
- Stunted Growth
- Short Attention Span
As a parent...
Coping
You may be feeling lonely, or isolated after hearing the doctors words. But there are multiple sources, and numbers you can call to confide in someone. For example, concact your counselor, or call "Down Syndrome Austrailia" at 1300-881-935 to learn more.
Positives
Not Your Fault.
A child with Down Syndrome has the potential to still live a normal life. Their average life expectancy is 77 years, and they can even develop good motor skills through Speech and Language Therapy.