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  1. 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 …

  2. 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 …

  3. 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.

  4. 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 …

  5. 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 …

  6. 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 …

  7. 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 …

  8. 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.

  9. 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 …

  10. 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 …