
Down Syndrome
Nov 22, 2023 · Down syndrome is a set of cognitive and physical symptoms that result from having an extra chromosome 21 or an extra piece of that chromosome. It is the most common …
About Down Syndrome | NICHD - NICHD - Eunice Kennedy Shriver …
Nov 22, 2023 · Generally, children with Down syndrome reach key developmental milestones later than other children. 2 People with the syndrome are also more likely to be born with heart …
What are the symptoms of Down syndrome? - NICHD
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.
What causes Down syndrome? | NICHD - NICHD - Eunice Kennedy …
Jun 11, 2012 · The extra part of the chromosome gets “stuck” to another chromosome and gets transmitted into other cells as the cells divide. This type of change causes a small number of …
What are common treatments for Down syndrome? - NICHD
Jun 14, 2012 · What are common treatments for Down syndrome? There is no single, standard treatment for Down syndrome. Treatments are based on each individual’s physical and …
What conditions or disorders are commonly associated with Down …
Jun 22, 2012 · People with celiac disease experience intestinal problems when they eat gluten, a protein in wheat, barley, and rye. Because children with Down syndrome are more likely to …
Down Syndrome | NICHD - NICHD - Eunice Kennedy Shriver …
Down syndrome is a set of cognitive and physical symptoms that result from having an extra chromosome 21 or an extra piece of that chromosome. It is the most common chromosomal …
Who is at risk for Down syndrome? | NICHD - NICHD - Eunice …
Nov 22, 2023 · Down syndrome is the most frequent chromosomal cause of mild to moderate intellectual disability.
Item of Interest: NIH establishes $20 million program to study …
Oct 23, 2024 · The NIH INCLUDE Project launched a new long-term study, called the Down Syndrome Cohort Development Program, to observe and track health data of people with …
Other Down Syndrome FAQs | NICHD - NICHD - Eunice Kennedy …
Other Down Syndrome FAQs Basic information for topics such as “What is it?” and “How many people are affected?” is available in the Condition Information section. Frequently Asked …