Question 1

Is there anything you can do to prevent angelman syndrome?

Accepted Answer

Most cases are sporadic, though some are familial. There is no association with either increased maternal or paternal age. The prevalence is estimated at 1 in 12, 000.

Question 2

Are there ways to prevent having a child with downs syndrome?

Accepted Answer

Most often, down's syndrome, or trisomy 21, occurs in women over the age of 35 and increases with age.  For people at risk, there are definitive diagnostic tests (cvs and amniocentesis) that can confirm or rule out a chromosomal abnormality.  Also, most states offer comprehensive screening tests that inform patients whether they are at increased or decreased risk of carrying a down's syndrome baby.

Question 3

Tips on prevention to prader-willi syndrome?

Accepted Answer

Unfortunately there are no ways to prevent prader-willi syndrome.  This is a genetic syndrome with an abnormality on the 15th chromosome.  If there is a concern for future children, genetic consultation will be a must.

Question 4

I plan to finish a 48 hour fast in two hours. what should i do to prevent any potential complications? how should i approach food wise? id like to prevent any refeeding syndrome symptoms. can i just eat a meal?..or be cautious? if so, how so?

Accepted Answer

I would not expect a re-feeding syndrome after such a brief fast.  Simple foods like breads/lean meats/vegies do well. Avoid fats/complex sauces until you are comfortable.

Question 5

Please advise what is the best way to prevent flat head syndrome?

Accepted Answer

change position in car seat, crib and bed. Tummy time when child awake is very important

Question 6

Can you tell me about any prevention to avoid a dany walker syndrome before the next pregnency?

Accepted Answer

Unfortunately dandy walker syndrome is genetically sporadic, meaning there is no rhyme or reason for why it affects pregnancies. Fortunately, it is a disorder that can easily be diagnosed early while the fetus is in the womb such that parents know what to expect and if needed, can choose to terminate pregnancy. Sometimes associated with chromosomal abnormalities, warfarin use in the first tri.

Question 7

If someone has been diagnosed with broken heart syndrome, what would you suggest to prevent or reduce the chances of another incident?

Accepted Answer

Broken heart syndrome (bhs) also called stress cardiomyopathy, is triggered by extreme and sudden emotional trauma. Reported triggers have included unexpected news of a death, domestic abuse, armed robbery, and even a surprise party. The condition manifests with symptoms suggesting an acute heart attack (severe pressure-like chest pain, shortness of breath, and a sense of impending doom).

Question 8

What are the best ways to prevent sudden infant death syndrome?

Accepted Answer

Number one measure is to place your baby on her back when sleeping always until she is at least 9 months. Other measures include keeping room temperature comfortably cool, not smoking and placing  on a firm baby mattress bed without any side bumpers, pillows, heavy sheets or stuffed animals.

Question 9

How to prevent tourettes's syndrome (tic disorder) which is common in children?

Accepted Answer

Children with tourette syndrome often has a positive family history.

Question 10

What is sudden infant death syndrome?what r its causes n symptoms .how to prevent it?

Accepted Answer

Sids(also called crib death, cot death or sudden & unexplained death of infancy) is just that, unexplained. First described in egyptian hieroglyphs, this occurs randomly thru all races & cultures. It is seen is early as a few days of age& by research definition up to 1yr. It tends to cluster in the first 4m, occur more in babies sleeping on their belly, in premi's, in households with smokers.

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Are there ways to prevent having a child with downs syndrome?

Tips on prevention to prader-willi syndrome?

I plan to finish a 48 hour fast in two hours. what should i do to prevent any potential complications? how should i approach food wise? id like to prevent any refeeding syndrome symptoms. can i just eat a meal?..or be cautious? if so, how so?

Please advise what is the best way to prevent flat head syndrome?

Can you tell me about any prevention to avoid a dany walker syndrome before the next pregnency?

If someone has been diagnosed with broken heart syndrome, what would you suggest to prevent or reduce the chances of another incident?

What are the best ways to prevent sudden infant death syndrome?

How to prevent tourettes's syndrome (tic disorder) which is common in children?

What is sudden infant death syndrome?what r its causes n symptoms .how to prevent it?

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