Learn more about a child with Down syndrome

The most important problems and complications that a child with Down syndrome may experience

Complications that they may be exposed to during their different ages include one or more of the following:

1 – Problems with the heart, intestines, eyes and hearing

2- Recurrent ear infections

3 – Sleep apnea

4 – Hypothyroidism deficiency

5 – Instability of the neck joints

6-weak immunity

7 – acute leukemia,.

8 – more prone to obesity.

The family must overcome the traumatic stage in order to be able to make appropriate decisions for their child. She is interested in following up with a pediatrician periodically to follow up on the child’s nutrition and growth, and to conduct periodic examinations such as thyroid hormone examination. It is also important to follow up with a cardiologist if there is a congenital heart problem, while taking care of an early intervention program to develop the child’s skills with one of the specialized centers.