Question
I found out during my last pregnancy check that the fetus might have Down syndrome. As it’s my first child, I’m very worried. How should Down syndrome be treated?
Answer
If the Down syndrome screening results show a high risk, further tests should be conducted for confirmation. Options include non-invasive prenatal testing (NIPT) or amniocentesis with chromosome analysis to take necessary measures promptly. Down syndrome is a neurological disorder that can severely affect a child’s intellectual development, and termination of pregnancy may be considered after diagnosis. It is very important to undergo Down syndrome screening during pregnancy, and I recommend that you follow your doctor’s advice and get the corresponding tests done as soon as possible.