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Living as an Adult With Down Syndrome - WebMD

(1 days ago) Sometimes, as the changes get closer, teens with Down syndrome may seem moody, or they may not do as well in school. Keep in mind that school provides not just a place to learn, but a regular social structure with built-in supports, like teachers and an IEP. Thinking about moving away from that can be hard to … See more

https://www.webmd.com/a-to-z-guides/tips-adults-down-syndrome

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Down syndrome - Symptoms and causes - Mayo Clinic

(9 days ago) WEBOther problems. Down syndrome may also be associated with other health conditions, including endocrine problems, dental problems, seizures, ear infections, and hearing and vision problems. …

https://www.mayoclinic.org/diseases-conditions/down-syndrome/symptoms-causes/syc-20355977

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Health Complications Linked to Down Syndrome

(5 days ago) WEBLeukemia. People with Down syndrome are also at an elevated risk for developing leukemia. A study from 2021 looked at medical histories of 3.9 million …

https://www.everydayhealth.com/down-syndrome/complications-health-problems/

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How Having Down Syndrome Affects Adulthood

(9 days ago) WEBPeople with the genetic disorder are at higher risk for complications, including gastrointestinal problems, sleep apnea, obesity, Alzheimer’s disease, …

https://www.everydayhealth.com/down-syndrome/affects-everyday-living-adulthood/

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What conditions or disorders are commonly associated …

(9 days ago) WEBPeople with Down syndrome are much more likely to die from untreated and unmonitored infections than other people. Down syndrome often causes …

https://www.nichd.nih.gov/health/topics/down/conditioninfo/associated

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Mental Health & Down Syndrome - NDSS

(4 days ago) WEBChildren and adults with Down syndrome experience all the same emotions everyone experiences, both good and bad. They also experience mental health disorders …

https://ndss.org/resources/mental-health-down-syndrome

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Medical Guidelines for Adults with Down Syndrome

(6 days ago) WEBThree studies (ranging from low to high quality) all demonstrate that the prevalence of hypothyroidism is higher in adults with Down syndrome compared to …

https://www.globaldownsyndrome.org/wp-content/uploads/2020/10/Global-Down-Syndrome-Foundation-Medical-Care-Guidelines-for-Adults-with-Down-Syndrome-v.1-10-20-2020.pdf

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Healthcare Guidelines National Down Syndrome Society …

(8 days ago) WEBGLOBAL Medical Care Guidelines for Adults with Down Syndrome . The GLOBAL Medical Care Guidelines for Adults with Down Syndrome provide first-of-kind, …

https://ndss.org/resources/healthcare-guidelines

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Medical Care for Adults With Down Syndrome: Guidelines …

(6 days ago) WEBBehavior and mental health conditions are common in adults with Down syndrome, and common medical conditions such as sleep apnea, hypothyroidism, and celiac disease …

https://www.aafp.org/pubs/afp/issues/2022/0400/p436.html

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Other Down Syndrome FAQs NICHD - NICHD - Eunice …

(6 days ago) WEBWhat are the health issues for adults with Down syndrome? The life expectancy for people with Down syndrome has increased substantially in the last few …

https://www.nichd.nih.gov/health/topics/down/more_information/faqs

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Facts about Down Syndrome CDC

(7 days ago) WEBOther Health Problems. Many people with Down syndrome have the common facial features and no other major birth defects. However, some people with …

https://www.cdc.gov/ncbddd/birthdefects/downsyndrome.html

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Symptoms and Characteristics of Down Syndrome - Verywell Health

(4 days ago) WEBTrisomy 21: In this type of Down syndrome, each cell in the body has three separate copies of chromosome 21 instead of the usual 2 copies. About 95% of people …

https://www.verywellhealth.com/symptoms-of-down-syndrome-1120463

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Adult Down Syndrome Condition UT Southwestern Medical Center

(2 days ago) WEBDespite their health problems, many adults with Down Syndrome are able to have jobs and live independently. Life expectancy for individuals with Down …

https://utswmed.org/conditions-treatments/adult-down-syndrome/

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Behaviour changes in an adult with Down syndrome - PMC

(3 days ago) WEBAdults with Down syndrome are at increased risk of depression, hypothyroidism, and Alzheimer dementia (AD) as they age, all of which can cause behaviour changes.

https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC6501721/

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Aging and Down Syndrome - The Arc

(6 days ago) WEBwhich adults with Down syndrome, their families and caregivers may not feel adequately prepared. In order to enjoy all the wonderful aspects of a longer life, it is important to be …

http://www.thearc.org/wp-content/uploads/forchapters/Aging%20and%20Down%20Syndrome%20-%20Health%20and%20Well-Being%20Guide.pdf

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Down syndrome and health - Better Health Channel

(1 days ago) WEBDown syndrome and thyroid conditions. An over-active or under-active thyroid gland is caused by hormone imbalances or deficiencies. If left untreated, it can affect physical …

https://www.betterhealth.vic.gov.au/health/healthyliving/down-syndrome-and-health

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Adult Down Syndrome The University of Kansas Health System

(Just Now) WEBMany adults with Down syndrome have intellectual disabilities, mental health issues, autoimmune issues and behavioral issues. People with Down syndrome are more at …

https://www.kansashealthsystem.com/care/conditions/adult-down-syndrome

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Managing the care of adults with Down’s syndrome The BMJ

(1 days ago) WEBAdults with Down’s syndrome have a lower risk of hypertension, coronary artery disease, and solid tumors than the general population. People with Down’s …

https://www.bmj.com/content/349/bmj.g5596

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Aging and Down Syndrome: A Health & Well-Being Guidebook

(8 days ago) WEBA resource for families, professionals, direct caregivers, or anyone concerned with the general welfare of an adult with Down syndrome with a specific focus on aging and …

https://ndss.org/resources/aging-and-down-syndrome-health-well-being-guidebook

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Adults with Down syndrome face a health care system that often …

(Just Now) WEBAdults with Down syndrome often develop chronic health problems, such as severe sleep apnea, digestive disorders, thyroid conditions, and obesity. Many …

https://www.nbcnews.com/health/health-news/adults-syndrome-face-health-care-system-often-treats-kids-rcna79766

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Health conditions associated with aging and end of life of adults …

(3 days ago) WEBExpectations for the life course of individuals with Down syndrome (DS) have changed, with life expectancy estimates increasing from 12 in 1949 to nearly 60 years of age …

https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC3010180/

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Health Care Management of Adults with Down Syndrome AAFP

(7 days ago) WEBAm Fam Physician. 2001;64(6):1031-1039 Patient information: See related handout on health issues in adults with Down syndrome, written by the author of this …

https://www.aafp.org/pubs/afp/issues/2001/0915/p1031.html

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Health Issues for Adults with Down Syndrome AAFP

(7 days ago) WEBMany adults with Down syndrome are healthy, but they still need regular health care. People with Down syndrome should see their family doctor for regular …

https://www.aafp.org/pubs/afp/issues/2001/0915/p1039.html

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