Children with Developmental Challenges

Children With Developmental Challenges 3(2+1)

Lesson 21 : Down Syndrome

Other Associated Problems

• Hearing problems (60-80%)
• Congenital heart disease (40-45%)
• Intestinal abnormalities (i.e., blockages of food pipe, small bowel and anus may require surgery to correct the problem).
• Eye problems
• Hypothyroidism (15-20%) – a disorder that can compromise the central nervous system, it affects children with Down Syndrome at a higher rate than their peers.
• Skeletal problems: dislocation of the hips and knees and misalignment of first two vertebrae caused by loose ligaments in the neck.

Health conditions often seen with Down Syndrome

• Hearing problems
• Celiac Disease
• Skeletal Problems
• Thyroid Problems
• Eye Problems (cataracts)
• Dementia
• Congenital Heart Disease
• Intestinal Problems