Patient's question:
Born with an appearance of Down syndrome, now 6 years old, can walk, can say one or two words, cannot take care of daily needs, and has not received any professional treatment. Can Down syndrome be cured?Doctor's answer:
Hello, I'm glad to answer your question. Currently, there is no effective treatment, but it is important to clearly diagnose the child to avoid delaying the condition. This disease is a genetic disorder, and diagnosis is beneficial for the child's future and the family. The diagnosis requires a chromosomal test. Down syndrome is a disease with characteristic physical features, prone to specific medical problems, and intellectual disability with intermittent support. Patients with Down syndrome are usually diagnosed as children, so early intervention is better for these children.