Patient's question:
Last time I went for a prenatal check-up, I was diagnosed with Down syndrome. I'm very worried about the baby, what should I do? This is my first child after all. How is Down syndrome treated?Doctor's answer:
If so, please undergo a Down syndrome screening, as it indicates a high risk for the fetus. Further testing for Down syndrome should be conducted, and blood should be taken for non-invasive DNA testing or amniocentesis to examine chromosomes. This is because Down syndrome screening is performed to screen for fetal neural abnormalities. Neural abnormalities are relatively severe conditions that can affect the child's intelligence. After diagnosis, it is necessary to terminate the pregnancy as soon as possible. It is highly recommended to undergo Down syndrome screening during pregnancy and to follow the doctor's advice for testing.