Question
A four-month-old baby has been diagnosed with Down Syndrome. What are the typical symptoms of pediatric Down Syndrome? How should the treatment for Down Syndrome be conducted?
Answer
Down Syndrome is a congenital genetic disorder characterized by intellectual disability, poor physical development, and distinct facial features, often accompanied by multiple malformations. Treatment involves long-term, patient education and training for the child, prevention of infectious diseases and other illnesses, and early use of oral supplements such as vitamin B6, r-tyrosine, and folic acid to help improve function. For related physical deformities, surgical correction may be considered.