Down Syndrome
Down syndrome (also called Trisomy 21) is a genetic disorder that occurs in approximately 1 of 800 live births. It is the leading cause of cognitive impairment. Down syndrome is associated with mild to moderate learning disabilities, developmental delays, characteristic facial features, and low muscle tone in early infancy. Many individuals with Down syndrome also have heart defects, leukemia, early-onset Alzheimer’s disease, gastro-intestinal problems, and other health issues. The symptoms of Down syndrome range from mild to severe. Life expectancy for individuals with Down syndrome has dramatically increased over the past few decades as medical care and social inclusion have improved. A person with Down syndrome in good health will on average live to age 55 or beyond.
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Increased Quality of Life with Homeopathy
Being a genetic disease in itself, it is but understandable that Down syndrome can not be “cured” by any system of medicine, until and unless something is done about the culprit genes involved. Though, Homoeopathy, being an individualistic and holistic science, promises some tremendous upliftment in day-to-day lives of the children suffering from Down syndrome. If caught young, these kids can be saved from a lot of miseries and more so, their over all process of mental and physical development can be given a good positive thrust by the sweet Homoeopathic pills. Children with Down syndrome, apart from some congenital malformations, are not only born “ill” in the first place, but that they are in a constant process of development and change during their life. Also, these individuals are ever and always confronted with new developmental impulses during their life, which might lead to conflicts and painful experiences with different reactions (i.e. disease).
With the modesty of homeopathy’s prognostic predication and holistic consideration of the human with body, mind and soul, homeopathy as complementary medicine is also an important support for the amelioration of life quality in patients with Down syndrome.
Very importantly also, Individuals with Down syndrome should be fully included in family and community life. It is very important to stimulate, encourage, and educate children with Down syndrome from infancy. Programs for young children with special needs are offered in many communities. Early intervention programs, including physical therapy, occupational therapy, and speech therapy can be very helpful.
Like all children, children with Down syndrome greatly benefit from being able to learn and explore in a safe and supportive environment. Being included in family, community, and preschool life will help a child with Down syndrome develop to his or her full potential.
