Question
Is it possible for a baby with a broken palm to have Down syndrome? My right hand has a broken palm, and I gave birth to a boy. The baby’s hands are broken, and sometimes when he is hungry, he licks his tongue. The risk of Down syndrome during pregnancy was high, and the non-invasive DNA test showed a low risk. Will the baby have Down syndrome?
Answer
The condition of the palm can be inherited from the grandparents to the next generation. It is not possible to confirm that the child has Down syndrome based on having broken palms on both hands. Broken palms are often associated with certain congenital diseases. The low risk of DNA testing during pregnancy suggests that there should be no problems. When a baby is hungry and wants to eat, it is normal for them to show this by raising their tongue to lick. The repeated occurrence of lifting the tongue to lick is a normal feeding reflex.