what is Down syndrome
what is a common name for Down syndrome??
A genetic disorder…..
Is there a cure????
Yessssssss
How long do people usually live????
60-70 years
Can people with Down syndrome still get married, date, etc.
Yes
When you have Down syndrome what changes that becomes different from others?????????
You have a learning difficulty, mental disorder, and different facial appearances.
Are the cures the same for everyone???
no-it usually depends on the type of Down syndrome that they have.
How common is Down syndrome???
1 in 700
Down syndrome runs through _______.
families
Is Down syndrome more common in women older or younger than 40?
40+ (older)
What are two cures???
Physical therapy and medical management.
Who is Down syndrome named afterrrrr???????!
Dr. John Langdon down
When males have Down syndrome what usually happens???????
They usually become infertile.
What is Down syndrome?
when someone has an extra copy of chromosome 21…………
How are the tests done for down syndrome?
Prenatal screening, blood tests, and ultrasounds.
When is national Down syndrome day????????
March 21
When was the first ever evidence of Down syndrome?
About 2,500 years ago
How many genetic types of Down syndrome are there?
(Bonus if you name them)
3 types (1-trisomy 21, 2-translocation, 3-mosaicism
What are some of the medicines that people may take?
Thyroid hormone replacements, cardiac drugs, and psychiatric medications.
Why is national Down syndrome day on march 21???
Because there are 3 copies of chromosome 21
What is one way to see if you have Down syndrome???
if you have a singular line across your palm.