Post # 5 Genetic Disorder 1 (Down Syndrome) Breanna

Create a post for each disorder. Label the post as Example: #5 Genetic Disorder 1 (Down Syndrome);

1. What is it? is a chromosomal disorder caused by an error in cell division that results in an extra 21st chromosome.


2. What are the causes of this disorder?- occurs because of an abnormality characterized by an extra copy of genetic material on all or part of the 21st chromosome


3. Who does it affect?- It can affect anyone, any race, any religion


4. How does it affect the person?- Thyroid problems, Hearing problems ,Developmental delay, Congenital Heart Disease.


5. What are the treatments?- Unfortantly, there isn't any treatmeant for this type of disorder. But treatment is availible for the health problems might have.


6. How or can it be prevented?- Down syndrome can not be treated


7. What is the life expectancy of a person with this disorder?- The life expectancy for people with down syndrome has increased substantially. In 1929, the average life span of a person with Down syndrome was nine years. But,today it is common for a person with Down syndrome to live to age 50 and beyond.


8. Find and post a video that deals with this disorder. http://youtu.be/iHia_XfaFN0


9. Make sure to list all websites and resources used to find information for each disorder.

http://www.medicalnewstoday.com/articles/145554.php

http://down-syndrome.emedtv.com/down-syndrome/down-syndrome-effects.html

http://www.mamashealth.com/syndrome/downsyn.asp

http://down-syndrome.emedtv.com/down-syndrome/down-syndrome-prognosis.html

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=iHia_XfaFN0&feature=related