Down Syndrome: Prevention
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Prevention
Down syndrome cannot be prevented. But if you are pregnant and you know that your child will have Down syndrome, you can prepare for his or her special needs by:
- Finding a doctor who has experience caring for children with Down syndrome.
- Learning about the condition. Visit your local library or bookstore to learn more about Down syndrome. Also, see the Other Places to Get Help section of this topic.
- Joining a support group. Talking and sharing with other parents of children with Down syndrome can help you manage difficult feelings. It can also help you know what kinds of challenges to expect, as well as help you to discover the joys other parents have experienced with their children.
| Last updated: | August 09, 2007 |
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| Author: | Debby Golonka, MPH |
| Reviewed By: | Adam Husney, MD - Family Medicine, David Smith, MD - Family Medicine |
| Editors: | Susan Van Houten, RN, BSN, MBA, Pat Truman, MATC |
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