Patient's question:
The child is almost three years old. Previously, his health was always excellent, and I never had to worry about his health. This year, I've noticed that he's not as lively as before and looks sickly. After going to the hospital, he was diagnosed with Down syndrome. I would like to ask the doctor how to treat Down syndrome effectively?Doctor's answer:
Down syndrome is a disease caused by a chromosomal gene mutation, which results in intellectual disability, distinctive facial features, and growth and development disorders or deformities in children. There is basically no additional treatment for this condition, but it doesn't mean that intervention is impossible. Early care can assist in the child's growth and development, enabling them to function similarly to normal individuals, engage in language-free communication, and perform exercises.