Question
How can you determine if a child has Down Syndrome based on physical features?
Answer
Children with Down Syndrome may have distinctive facial features, such as a small, round head, a low, flat bridge of the nose, narrow eyes with slanting outer corners, and wide eye spacing. They may also exhibit features like low-set ears. These characteristics can aid in diagnosis, but a definitive diagnosis usually requires newborn screening or other medical examinations. While there is no cure for Down Syndrome, early detection and intervention can improve the child’s development and health.