eMedTV Down Syndrome Articles

Adolescents With Down Syndrome

Mon, 4 Sep 2006 15:26:37 CDT

Adolescents With Down Syndrome
Just like other teenagers, adolescents with Down syndrome undergo hormonal changes associated with puberty. This eMedTV article discusses adolescents with Down syndrome and their chances of having children.

Adults With Down Syndrome

Fri, 6 Mar 2009 17:39:10 CST

Adults With Down Syndrome
This eMedTV page explores the needs of people with Down syndrome as they grow older, and addresses challenges they face in the workplace. This page covers Down syndrome in adults, explaining how the right assistance can lead to a longer and richer life.

Causes of Down Syndrome

Mon, 7 Jul 2008 12:32:03 CDT

Causes of Down Syndrome
Most cases of Down syndrome are caused by trisomy 21. As this eMedTV page explains, this means that each cell in the body has three copies of chromosome 21 instead of the usual two copies. This article looks at the causes of Down syndrome.

Children With Down Syndrome

Fri, 21 Nov 2008 12:54:03 CST

Children With Down Syndrome
Down syndrome can result in certain medical or developmental issues in children. This eMedTV article describes these issues in detail and explores the value of early intervention for children with Down syndrome.

Cures for Down Syndrome

Mon, 4 Sep 2006 16:42:05 CDT

Cures for Down Syndrome
There are no cures for Down syndrome because the condition begins in the chromosomes. The information in this eMedTV page outlines current research investigating cures for Down syndrome, as well as more effective interventions and treatment options.

Down Sendrome

Tue, 7 Oct 2008 11:42:35 CDT

Down Sendrome
About 1 out of 800 babies are born with the Down syndrome. This eMedTV Web page explains what causes this genetic disorder and describes common characteristics of the condition. Down sendrome is a common misspelling of Down syndrome.

Down Sindrom

Tue, 7 Oct 2008 11:35:37 CDT

Down Sindrom
Down syndrome is a condition caused by the presence of an additional 21st chromosome. This eMedTV resource explains why this happens and describes treatment options for the disorder. Down sindrom is a common misspelling of Down syndrome.

Down Sindrome

Wed, 5 Aug 2009 14:01:19 CDT

Down Sindrome
Down syndrome is a genetic disorder that causes mental retardation. This page on the eMedTV site discusses the causes of this condition and describes available treatment options. Down sindrome is a common misspelling of Down syndrome.

Down Syndrom

Tue, 7 Oct 2008 11:19:26 CDT

Down Syndrom
Down syndrome is a condition that is often associated with mental retardation. This eMedTV Web page explores the causes of this condition and lists medical problems often associated with it. Down syndrom is a common misspelling of Down syndrome.

Down Syndrome and Mental Retardation

Mon, 4 Sep 2006 19:12:32 CDT

Down Syndrome and Mental Retardation
Several effects are associated with Down syndrome, and mental retardation (mild to moderate) can be seen. This eMedTV article explores Down syndrome and mental retardation that can accompany it.

Down Syndrome and Oral Healthcare

Mon, 4 Sep 2006 16:18:49 CDT

Down Syndrome and Oral Healthcare
Periodontal disease is a significant problem in people with Down syndrome, and oral care can alleviate this. This eMedTV resource provides an in-depth look at Down syndrome and oral care challenges that result from the disorder.

Down Syndrome Babies

Thu, 11 Dec 2008 11:03:04 CST

Down Syndrome Babies
Hypotonia (poor muscle tone) is often present in Down syndrome babies and can cause problems with feeding. This eMedTV segment explains some of the other more common health problems faced by these babies and offers sources of help.

Down Syndrome Diagnosis

Sun, 16 May 2010 18:46:00 CDT

Down Syndrome Diagnosis
This portion of the eMedTV archives explains processes used to make a Down syndrome diagnosis. Tests used include amniocentesis, chorionic villus sampling, and percutaneous umbilical blood sampling, as well as a chromosomal karyotype.

Down Syndrome Effects

Mon, 4 Sep 2006 18:55:33 CDT

Down Syndrome Effects
Common Down syndrome effects include mental retardation, thyroid problems, and eye problems. This eMedTV article discusses these and other possible effects of Down syndrome, such as hearing problems and congenital heart disease.

Down Syndrome Prognosis

Mon, 4 Sep 2006 21:08:29 CDT

Down Syndrome Prognosis
In most cases, a person's Down syndrome prognosis is favorable, with patients living into their 50s. As this eMedTV article explains, however, various factors can affect a Down syndrome prognosis, such as heart or joint problems.

Down Syndrome Research

Fri, 15 May 2009 17:05:52 CDT

Down Syndrome Research
This eMedTV Web page discusses current areas of Down syndrome research. For example, research is being conducted on new prenatal diagnostic techniques and medical treatments using amino acid supplements for children with the disorder.

Down Syndrome Risk

Thu, 17 Feb 2011 16:12:09 CST

Down Syndrome Risk
As this eMedTV segment explains, the risk for Down syndrome increases if one of the parents is a balanced translocation carrier. This article provides details on other risk factors for this condition, such as maternal age.

Down Syndrome Symptoms

Fri, 29 Aug 2008 14:58:46 CDT

Down Syndrome Symptoms
Common symptoms of Down syndrome include poor muscle tone, a short neck, and a flat facial profile. This eMedTV page lists other characteristics of Down syndrome, as well as symptoms of conditions associated with this developmental disorder.

Down Syndrome

Mon, 30 Jun 2008 12:49:08 CDT

Down Syndrome
Often associated with mental retardation, Down syndrome is a condition occurring in 1 out of 800 live births. This eMedTV article takes an in-depth look at Down syndrome, including symptoms, risk factors, and treatment options.

Down Syndrone

Tue, 7 Oct 2008 11:40:41 CDT

Down Syndrone
Down syndrome is often characterized by mental retardation and certain facial features. This eMedTV resource lists other conditions associated with this disorder and explains why it occurs. Down syndrone is a common misspelling of Down syndrome.

Down Syndroom

Tue, 7 Oct 2008 11:21:33 CDT

Down Syndroom
Down syndrome is a disorder caused by a genetic problem related to chromosome 21. This eMedTV resource lists some of the medical problems that may be associated with this condition. Down syndroom is a common misspelling of Down syndrome.

Downsindrom

Tue, 7 Oct 2008 11:30:14 CDT

Downsindrom
Down syndrome is a disorder that occurs when an additional 21st chromosome is present. This eMedTV segment explains why this condition occurs and discusses the prognosis of affected people. Downsindrom is a common misspelling of Down syndrome.

Downsindrome

Wed, 5 Aug 2009 14:06:11 CDT

Downsindrome
Down syndrome is the most frequent genetic cause of mental retardation. This part of the eMedTV library explains what causes this syndrome and lists some of its common characteristics. Downsindrome is a common misspelling of Down syndrome.

Downssyndrome

Tue, 7 Oct 2008 11:25:54 CDT

Downssyndrome
Down syndrome is a genetic disorder that results in developmental delays. This eMedTV article lists medical conditions related to Down syndrome and explores the life expectancy for the disorder. Downssyndrome is a common misspelling of Down syndrome.

Downsyndrome

Tue, 7 Oct 2008 11:28:46 CDT

Downsyndrome
Down syndrome is a disorder that occurs as a result of extra genetic material. This eMedTV Web page further explores the causes of Down syndrome and lists risk factors for the condition. Downsyndrome is a common misspelling of Down syndrome.

Downsyndrone

Tue, 7 Oct 2008 11:38:11 CDT

Downsyndrone
Down syndrome, a condition associated with mental retardation, is caused by an extra chromosome 21. This eMedTV page further explains why this condition occurs and lists associated symptoms. Downsyndrone is a common misspelling of Down syndrome.

Downsyndroom

Tue, 7 Oct 2008 11:23:57 CDT

Downsyndroom
Down syndrome is a condition caused by an additional chromosome 21. This page from the eMedTV site further explores the causes of this condition and lists characteristics associated with it. Downsyndroom is a common misspelling of Down syndrome.

Prenatal Screening for Down Syndrome

Mon, 4 Sep 2006 19:22:44 CDT

Prenatal Screening for Down Syndrome
As this eMedTV page explains, prenatal screening for Down syndrome involves a test of the mother's blood to measure the levels of certain markers. Additional diagnostic tests may be recommended based on the results of the screening for Down syndrome.

Translocation and Down Syndrome

Fri, 7 May 2010 13:55:10 CDT

Translocation and Down Syndrome
As this eMedTV page explains, when material from one chromosome 21 is stuck onto another chromosome, translocation Down syndrome results. This is why people with this condition have 46 chromosomes, but still have the characteristics of Down syndrome.

Treatment for Down Syndrome

Wed, 10 Sep 2008 17:26:19 CDT

Treatment for Down Syndrome
Regular checkups, medications, surgery, and counseling are all part of treatment for Down syndrome. This eMedTV Web segment describes these treatment options in detail, as well as conditions that may result from the disorder, such as cataracts.

Mosaic Trisomy 21

Tue, 21 Sep 2010 14:51:40 CDT

Mosaic Trisomy 21
As this eMedTV segment explains, mosaic trisomy 21 is a genetic variation that can cause Down syndrome. In this variation, the extra chromosome 21 is present in only some of the cells, which means that associated physical problems can vary.

Treesome 21

Tue, 7 Oct 2008 11:50:11 CDT

Treesome 21
Down syndrome is a disorder caused by an additional chromosome 21 (trisomy 21). This eMedTV article describes common characteristics of Down syndrome. Treesome 21 is a term that may be used when looking for information on Down syndrome.

Trisomie 21

Tue, 7 Oct 2008 11:48:09 CDT

Trisomie 21
Down syndrome is a genetic disorder often caused by trisomy 21. This eMedTV resource further defines trisomy 21 and lists risk factors for Down syndrome. Trisomie 21 is a term that may be used when looking for information on Down syndrome.

Trisomy 21 Genetics

Mon, 4 Sep 2006 22:21:40 CDT

Trisomy 21 Genetics
Trisomy 21 genetics are vital to an understanding of Down syndrome. This eMedTV article explains the link between trisomy 21 genetics and Down syndrome -- namely, the condition results when three (rather than two) copies of chromosome 21 are present.

Trisomy21

Tue, 7 Oct 2008 11:51:39 CDT

Trisomy21
Down syndrome is a genetic disorder that often causes mental retardation. As this eMedTV segment explains, Down syndrome is caused by an additional chromosome. Trisomy21 is a term that may be used when looking for information on Down syndrome.