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Edwards syndrome is a genetic disorder that occurs when a baby is born with an extra copy of chromosome 18. Children with Edwards syndrome are mentally retarded and have a variety of physical problems.

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35 year experience in Pediatrics

Is a type of:

Chromosomal disorders

How long it usually lasts:

Chronic (lasts years to lifelong)

How common it is:

Rare

Symptoms

Microcephaly
Small head
Clenched hands

Other treatments

Speech therapy
Occupational therapy
Physical therapy

Tests

Cell free fetal DNA

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