By: Mack LeMouse
Down syndrome is caused by the
presence of an extra ‘21st’ chromosome. This results in some distinct facial
features along with impaired growth and cognitive abilities, often seeming to
resemble those of a young child. Individuals with down syndrome also have
shorter life expectancies and are generally more susceptible to various
illnesses and conditions such as sleep apnea, ear infection, heart defects and
gastroesophageal reflux disease among others.
