my nephew is one week old. drs told his parents he has mongoloid and there is nothing they can do for him. what is "mongoloid" and what does this disease do? any help will be greatly appreciated/
2006-07-04 10:02:38 · 11 answers · asked by bubbawilma 1 in Health ➔ Diseases & Conditions ➔ Other - Diseases
I absolutely CANNOT believe that the term 'Mongoloid' is still in use anywhere in the World. Let alone to the Parents of a new baby with Downs Syndrome! People with Downs Syndrome have developmental delay, and sometimes (but not always) heart problems which can be treated. People with Downs Syndrome have varying degrees of special needs. I know of a Young woman with Downs syndrome who passed her driving test first time (unlike the supposedly 'normal' me) and there have been several letters in todays paper from friends of Downs Syndrome couples who are leading happy married lives. Many people with Downs hold down jobs and lead happy and productive lives.Your little nephew may have slightly different facial characteristics, and he will need alot of support to learn but he is likely to be exceptionally loving and a truly special member of your family. The Doctor who said this to his parents should be struck off, and you may quote me. He has absolutely no idea what he is talking about. Until the little boy starts to develop, the extent of what he can or can't do cannot possibly be predicted. Please get in touch with the local Downs Syndrome Society in your area, who will offer help, support and advice to your family and please accept my congratulations on your family's new baby.
2006-07-04 10:17:40 · answer #1 · answered by Kitty 3 · 2⤊ 0⤋
"Mongoloid" refers to Down Syndrome, which is the result of a genetic mutation resulting in an extra chromosome. There isn't a cure, but there are many levels of functioning with this condition, and lots of people with Down Syndrome can grow up to read & write and live independently. My daughter has a friend with Down Syndrome who just graduated from high school. There's too much information to give here, but try out a website like the following one. It gives a lot of easy-to-understand information.
2006-07-04 10:09:21 · answer #2 · answered by Bad Kitty! 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Children with downs syndrome, trisomy 21, used to be called mongoloids. This refers to the almond shape of their eyes.....Mongolians have this shape to their eyes as well. Some children with downs syndrome have severe mental retardation, and other physical problems such as heart defects, while others have a very mild form and can go to normal classes, and work and have families. It all depends on the genetics. best wishes.
2006-07-04 10:31:54 · answer #3 · answered by alison 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Mongoloid -- what Mongoloid ACTUALLY is
http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Down%27s_syndrome -- what they ACTUALLY mean when they say 'mongoloid'
Although, I must say that calling a Down's Syndrome child "mongoloid" is awfully cruel. My cousin's 2nd baby (Charlie :) ) has Down's and he is the most precious baby. There is lots that can be done. Yeah, he may or may not end up looking like he has Down's, but they aren't stupid kids like some people think they are. They are also so sweet and just want to please people.
2006-07-04 10:06:47 · answer #4 · answered by Aussie Mommy 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
a child who is diagnosed as mongoloid has a genetic birth defect. They are usually mentally challenged and have certain typical facial characteristics . These children are among the most loving,sweet children god ever created. They require more care than most but return your love a thousand fold.
2006-07-04 10:10:07 · answer #5 · answered by sariken@sbcglobal.net 1 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Mongoloid is usually "Downs Syndrome".
Your nephew is probably going to have some development problems. Physically and intellectually. But he's probably going to teach you and your family more about LOVE that you ever could have imagined!
Best of luck to you all!
2006-07-04 10:07:28 · answer #6 · answered by mcdane01 4 · 0⤊ 1⤋
"Mongoloid" is a term used for people with Down's Syndrome. The severity & prognosis for Down's Syndrome varies person to person.
2006-07-04 10:08:46 · answer #7 · answered by ScarlettBegonias 2 · 0⤊ 1⤋
This is another name for Down's Syndrome.
Down's Syndrome sufferers tend to be developmentally delayed, suffer heart conditions and some emotional disturbances. However, most people with this condition can survive and grow up to be productive adults with the right kind of support in the community.
2006-07-04 13:53:25 · answer #8 · answered by Angela B 4 · 0⤊ 1⤋
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2017-01-25 01:14:40 · answer #9 · answered by ? 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Mongolism was formerly employed to describe people with Down syndrome
2006-07-04 10:06:10 · answer #10 · answered by Success _man 1 · 0⤊ 0⤋