Question
A newborn child has been diagnosed with developmental delay and intellectual disability. What are the causes of fetal intellectual disability?
Answer
There are many causes and diseases that can lead to fetal intellectual disability, such as hypothyroidism, Down syndrome, and aspiration during childbirth. Therefore, it is very important to undergo detailed prenatal screening tests like the Down’s test at four months of pregnancy. Detailed checks for congenital hypothyroidism should be conducted after the baby is born. If there was severe aspiration during childbirth, early intervention measures should be taken. In addition to treating intellectual disability, it is recommended that patients pay attention to their diet in daily life and always maintain a cheerful mood to enhance their physical condition and accelerate recovery.