Question

What should be done if a child diagnosed with Down syndrome also has difficulty seeing and involuntary head shaking?

Answer

Due to the impact of Down syndrome, children may encounter difficulties in vision and involuntary head shaking. While there is no specific treatment to cure this condition, parents can take the following measures to help their child:

  1. Education and Training: Provide long-term, patient education and training to help the child adapt and improve these symptoms.
  2. Prevention of Infections: Prevent infectious diseases and various contagious illnesses to minimize their impact on the child’s health.
  3. Nutritional Supplementation: Early application of oral supplements such as vitamin B6, r-tyrosine, and folic acid may help improve related functions.
  4. Surgical Correction: If there are other anomalies that can be surgically corrected, timely surgical treatment should be sought. Additionally, parents’ daily eye care measures are indispensable. It is recommended that the child consume less spicy food and more eye-friendly foods.