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Q: Why are people with down syndrome short?
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Can a girl with down syndrome have a boyfriend?

Yes, a girl with Down syndrome can have a boyfriend, and many do. People with Down syndrome have the same relationship needs as people without Down syndrome.


Does Down syndrome affect you physically?

Yes it does, it affects the facial structures. In addition those who have down syndrome will have short necks, short arms, short legs, short toes, short fingers, and their joints show hyper flexibility.


Why do people call Down Syndrome Down's?

Down syndrome is the correct term. People who are using "Downs" are speaking incorrectly. Down syndrome used to be called Down's syndrome, but since John Langdon Down did not have nor "invent" this chromosomal abnormality, the correct name is Down syndrome. Countries such as the UK, still use the term Down's syndrome, but shortening it to Down's is not using people first language, therefore, it is incorrect.


What are the personality traits of down syndrome children?

A person with Down Syndrome may find they have a short attention span, poor eye sight and a need for a routine. Also, typically the life span of a person with Down Syndrome is cut short at an average of 49 years.


Is a short Femur a sign of Down Syndrome?

There are some studies that a short femur might be a sign of Down's, but that is unsure.


Can down syndrome people get depressed?

Yes, people with Downs Syndrome can get depressed.


Is Down Syndrome the same as Marfan Syndrome?

No. Down is caused by an extra chromosome while Marfan is due to a mutation in one or more genes.


Why is it that people with down syndrome always stare at food?

people with down syndrome are often riddled with vision impairments...


How many people in Connecticut have Down Syndrome?

Sierra Kyla and Justin have down syndrome


Why can't you have a driver's license if you have down syndrome?

People with Down Syndrome CAN have a driver's license. Many people who live with Down Syndrome have a driver's license, and are perfectly fine drivers. Down Syndrome is not a disease, and people do not "suffer" from Down Syndrome. Down Syndrome does not prevent anybody from safely driving, going to college, owning a house, being married, having children, operating a business, or anything else.


How many people in Louisiana have Down syndrome?

Nationally, there are currently approximately 400,000 people with Down syndrome. Unfortunately, though, there is no breakdown on numbers for each state of those with Down syndrome.


Do short people have short man syndrome?

No, some people are just born short.but sometimes yes, some men do have short man syndrome. and it's really annoying too.