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Medical condition/treatment

Down syndrom

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Down syndrome is a genetic disorder that occurs when there is an extra copy of chromosome 21. It causes a range of physical and mental characteristics, including distinctive facial features and intellectual impairment.

Causes/Description:

Down syndrome is a genetic disorder caused by the presence of an extra chromosome 21. The exact cause of the extra chromosome 21 is unknown, but genetics plays a role. Other factors may include the mother's age at conception, environmental factors, and genetic changes.

Down syndrom

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Frühförderung, Logopädie, Ergotherapie, Physiotherapie, Entwicklungsförderung, Psychologische Unterstützung, Familienberatung, Selbsthilfegruppen

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Down syndrome is caused by an extra copy of chromosome 21. This chromosomal abnormality can occur either during the formation of the egg or sperm or in the early development of the embryo.

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- Early intervention to support development - Speech and communication therapy - Physiotherapy to promote mobility - Educational plans with individual support - Family training and advice

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Down syndrome was first described by John Langdon Down in 1866. Trisomy 21 was identified as the cause in 1959. Advances in education, medical care and integration shape the history of the Down syndrome community.

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