Expert answer:
The person with Down syndrome has some typical characteristics that are:
- Flat face and rounded face;
- Folds on the skin of the eyelids;
- Oblique eyes;
- Single transverse palmar fold;
- Decreased muscle tone;
- Protuberance tongue;
- Open mouth;
- Dental changes;
- Shortening of the neck;
- Ears folded or small;
- Short, wide hands;
- Delayed articulation of speech;
- Motor difficulties;
- Intellectual compromise that reflects on learning difficulties.
It is recommended that the child with Down Syndrome be stimulated from birth to overcome some limitations imposed by genetics.
The follow up of the person with Down syndrome is done by a multidisciplinary team capable of offering a diversified and complete care.
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