Question
A month ago, a child was diagnosed with Down syndrome and has begun treatment. However, the treatment process has not been smooth, and there has been no significant improvement in the condition. It is said that diet can have a significant impact on the condition, so I would like to know what dietary taboos Down syndrome patients should avoid and what dietary precautions they should pay attention to?
Answer
Hello, according to the clinical data you provided, Down syndrome, also known as trisomy 21 or mongolism, is a disease caused by chromosomal abnormalities. Approximately 60% of affected children will have a miscarriage in the early stages of pregnancy, and those who survive often have obvious intellectual disabilities, distinctive facial features, growth and development disorders, and multiple malformations. In terms of diet, there are no special taboos for Down syndrome patients, nor are there any special precautions to be aware of. Currently, there is no effective treatment for Down syndrome.