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Characteristics of children with Down syndrome
Children with Down syndrome may have the above symptoms, or just a few of them, but not every one will appear in every patient with Down syndrome. It is usually checked when you are pregnant. It is suggested that parents of children can find early treatment and take their children to regular professional hospitals for correct treatment in time, so as not to delay their illness.

Low IQ

Children with Down syndrome have an IQ of 20-50, no thinking and imagination, and forgetfulness.

lalopathy

Children with Down syndrome have hoarse voice, inaccurate pronunciation and inarticulate speech, so it is difficult to communicate with others.

Move slowly

Children with Down syndrome are slow when exercising. He is short, walks unsteadily and falls easily. Need help from others.

mental retardation

Most children are mentally retarded, and their heads are usually too small and light. The cerebellum, brain stem and forebrain will become smaller. The progress of children's education will be hampered by diseases and disabilities, such as recurrent infectious diseases, heart disease, visual impairment, hearing impairment and so on.

Vulnerable to Alzheimer's disease virus infection

Down syndrome patients are prone to develop Alzheimer's disease after middle age, and are prone to memory loss and personality changes.