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What do you suggest if my friend just had a baby and he looks like he has down syndrome. i know that sounds mean but how can you tell if the baby has down syndrome?

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Dr. Martin Fried answered

Specializes in Nutrition

Genetic testing: Genetic testing can be done to determine certain types of Downs syndrome. There is also the physical findings A flattened face, especially the bridge of the nose Almond-shaped eyes that slant up A short neck Small ears A tongue that tends to stick out of the mouth Tiny white spots on the iris (colored part) of the eye Small hands and feet A single line across the palm of the hand (palmar crease)

Answered 7/25/2014

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