30 to 35 thousand children are born with down syndrome every year

Down syndrome: In India, an average of 835 children are born with down syndrome. Thus, the number of children suffering from Down syndrome each year ranges from 30,000 to 35,000. Every year 21 March is celebrated as ‘World Down syndrome day’.

According to doctors, slow physical development, learning and understanding slower than other children, special features of facial and facial embossed features, and some problems related to heart, eyes and hearing are the main symptoms of Down syndrome.

Down syndrome is a genetic disorder. Neeta Waghasia said, “If a child has a down syndrome, it becomes necessary to emphasize medical, education and skill development for the first five years.” In addition, integrated family-society cooperation is very important in the development of the child. Regular examination and treatment is necessary for problems related to heart, eye, ear and digestive system. Positive attitude is very important for children with Down syndrome.