Question

How long can patients with Down syndrome live?

Answer

Children with Down syndrome typically have congenital heart disease and other malformations, weakened immune function, and are susceptible to various infections. The incidence of leukemia is 10 to 30 times higher than that of the general population. If patients survive into adulthood, symptoms of Alzheimer’s disease usually manifest after the age of 30. According to descriptions, generally speaking, the lifespan of patients does not exceed 6.1 years. It is recommended to increase nutrition, supplement vitamins and protein, consume easily digestible and absorbable foods, avoid adverse stimuli, and engage in moderate physical exercise.