Question
How should Down syndrome be treated? Is the condition curable? The child, now five years old, is unwilling to speak, only emitting meaningless roars, and has a poor response to calls. How should this be handled?
Answer
Down syndrome, also known as trisomy 21 or mongolism, is a common birth defect caused by chromosomal abnormalities. This condition is caused by innate factors and is accompanied by specific intellectual disability phenotypes. Currently, there is no cure for Down syndrome, and long-term special education and training for affected children are recommended. Preventing infections and various infectious diseases, and providing auxiliary treatments such as vitamin B6, r-taurine, and folic acid early on can help improve function. Other related malformations can be corrected through surgery.