Patient's question:
My young nephew has never been able to walk, which seemed very strange. Later, it was diagnosed that he had Down syndrome. I want to know how to prevent Down syndrome in daily life. How can Down syndrome be prevented in daily life? ..Doctor's answer:
According to the information provided, Down syndrome is a congenital disease. If prevention is desired, the corresponding examination should be carried out during pregnancy. Under normal circumstances, the Down syndrome screening can be performed between the 16th and 20th weeks of pregnancy. If abnormal, further chromosome testing should be conducted to confirm the diagnosis. If the infant is diagnosed with Down syndrome due to genetic abnormalities, then abortion is necessary.