Down syndrome

Down syndrome

Down syndrome is a genetic condition where a person is born with an extra copy of chromosome 21. This means that they have a total of 47 chromosomes instead of 46.

A genetic chromosome 21 disorder causing developmental and intellectual delays.
Down’s syndrome is a genetic disorder caused when abnormal cell division results in extra genetic material from chromosome 21.Down’s syndrome causes a distinct facial appearance, intellectual disability and developmental delays. It may be associated with thyroid or heart disease.

Early intervention programs with a team of therapists and special educators who can treat each child’s specific situation are helpful in managing Down’s syndrome.

Requires a medical diagnosis

Down’s syndrome causes a distinct facial appearance, intellectual disability and developmental delays. It may be associated with thyroid or heart disease.

Treatment consists of therapy and self care

Early intervention programmes with a team of therapists and special educators who can treat each child’s specific situation are helpful in managing Down’s syndrome.