Down syndrome is a genetic disorder that occurs when a human has a third copy of chromosome 21 rather than the normal 23 pairs of chromosomes. Not only does Down syndrome leave children with impaired cognitive ability and physical growth, but the condition also results in a 20-times increased risk of developing acute leukemia.
Why am I posting about Leukemia and the risks in children w/Down syndrome? Because often I think about it...often I see a "sign" and get worried--
Anemia
Recurrent Infections
Bone and Joint Pain
Abdominal Distress .
Swollen Lymph Nodes
Difficulty Breathing or Dyspnea
Last Friday night I noticed a few of these signs; anemia, abdominal aches and petechia--broken blood vessels on the stomach/back area.
I called pediatrician for a CBC (complete blood count) this morning and finally a few hours after lunch the results came back--everything looked good. Thanks be to God!!
I was a bit shaken up the entire day. I just surely hope that I never need to go through that again!!
From : http://sainterin.blogspot.com/
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