ADHD & Down Syndrome
Attention deficit hyperactivity disorder, or ADHD, is a commonly diagnosed childhood problem. ADHD is characterized by consistent demonstration of the following traits: decreased attention span, impulsive behavior and excessive fidgeting or other nondirected motor activities. All children, including children with Down syndrome, display these traits from time to time. But a child with Down syndrome may exhibit these traits more often than other children his or her age.
Alzheimer’s Disease & Down Syndrome
Alzheimer’s disease and Down syndrome share a genetic connection, leading to the increased risk of dementia at an earlier age. Alzheimer’s disease is a type of dementia that gradually destroys brain cells, affecting a person’s memory and their ability to learn, make judgments, communicate and carry out basic daily activities. Alzheimer’s disease is not inevitable in people with Down syndrome. Estimates show that Alzheimer’s disease affects about 30% of people with Down syndrome in their 50s. By their 60s, this number comes closer to 50%.
Blood Diseases & Down Syndrome
Individuals with Down syndrome frequently show abnormalities in the blood cells and sometimes these abnormalities can lead to serious medical problems such as cancer of the blood cells i.e. leukemia.
Dental Issues & Down Syndrome
The teeth of people with Down syndrome, both baby teeth and permanent teeth, may come in late compared to children without Down syndrome. Frequently, they may also have smaller than average teeth and even missing teeth.
Dual Diagnosis of Down Syndrome & Autism
Autism spectrum disorder occurs more frequently in individuals with Down syndrome than in the general population.
Ear, Nose & Throat Issues (ENT)
ENT problems are common in individuals with Down syndrome. These include chronic ear infections, hearing loss, sleep apnea and airway obstruction, as well as chronic rhinitis (inflammation of the mucus membranes of the nose and mucus discharge) and sinusitis (inflammation of the sinus membranes).
The Heart & Down Syndrome
Abnormalities of the cardiovascular system are common in Down syndrome. Approximately half of all infants born with Down syndrome have a heart defect.
Vision & Down Syndrome
Down syndrome has effects on the developing eye which can impact the proper development of vision. Eye disease is reported in over half of patients with Down syndrome, from less severe problems such as tear duct abnormalities to vision threatening diagnoses such as early age cataracts.
Aga Khan University Hospital
KDSP collaborated with Aga Khan University Hospital (AKUH) in 2017 to introduce a one-stop health solution to address the healthcare needs of individuals with Down syndrome. Through this clinic, families can avail consultations with different specialists under one roof. With AKUH’s support, KDSP also facilitates lifesaving and enhancing surgeries as needed.
*Family Network members can avail a 25% discount on the consultation fees for any AKUH doctor, provided the appointment is made through KDSP.
The Indus Hospital (TIH)
KDSP partnered with The Indus Hospital and its physicians in 2020 to offer individuals with Down syndrome free of cost medical tests, consultations, follow up appointments and any procedures if required.
Alvi Dental
In 2022 KDSP collaborated with Alvi Dental to offer free consultations to members of our Family Network and special discounts on numerous orthodontic services they might require.
Chughtai Lab
KDSP collaborated with Chugtai Lab in 2022, to have an additional clinic that can provide discounted healthcare services to members of our Family Network. Registered families can purchase a Chughtai Lab Blue card that can be used by over 7 family members. Through this card they can avail discounted home care services, medicines, lab tests and doctor consultations.
Dr. Essa Laboratory
In 2022 a collaboration was carried out with Dr. Essa Laboratory for the purpose of providing home/clinic sample collection and discounted lab testing services to individuals with Down syndrome registered with KDSP.
