Down's Syndrome 0.0 / 5 ? Health & Social CareInvestigating diseaseA2/A-levelNone Created by: MackenzieDeardenCreated on: 23-12-17 17:04 What is it? Genetic condition as a result of an extra chromosome (21) Result of a one-off genetic 'mistake' in the sperm or egg 750 babies in the UK are born each year with Down's Syndrome 60,000 people in the UK have Down's Syndrome Higher risk of giving birth to a baby with DS for women 45 and older (about 1 in 50) Life expectancy 50-60 years but with health improvements some live into their 70s 1 of 3 Symptoms Varying levels of learning disabilities Flattened facial features, small head, ear and mouth, protruding tongue, upwards slanting eyes, short neck Medical issues- hearing, visual and heart problems 2 of 3 Treatment No treatment for the condition, but medication for associated medical issues 3 of 3
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