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  • Heart Disease in Adults with Down Syndrome

    Article about common and uncommon heart conditions in adults with Down syndrome, including possible complications of pediatric heart disease in adulthood.

  • Elevated Globulin in People with Down Syndrome

    Article describing causes of elevated globulin levels, including chronic inflammation and autoimmune conditions, and emphasizes the need for further testing to identify underlying health issues.

  • Macrocytosis (Large Red Blood Cells) in People with Down Syndrome

    Article about larger red blood cells in people with Down syndrome, which is indicated on a blood test by a high MCV (mean corpuscular volume).

  • Heart Rates and Exercise in People with Down Syndrome

    Article explaining differences in heart rates of people with Down syndrome and the impact this has on exercise intensity and setting appropriate fitness goals.

  • Compression Socks for People with Down Syndrome

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    Article about using compression socks to help with conditions and symptoms such as lower leg and foot swelling, pain, and varicose veins.

  • Hypertension and Hypotension (High and Low Blood Pressure)

    Article that discusses blood pressure of people with Down syndrome (often lower) and explains the importance of knowing a person’s typical blood pressure.

  • Polycythemia (Elevated Red Blood Cell Count)

    Article about elevated red blood cell levels, including potential causes, symptoms, and when to seek a medical evaluation.

  • Iron Deficiency and Down Syndrome

    Article that provides an overview of iron deficiency and explains what lab tests to include when evaluating for iron deficiency in people with Down syndrome.

  • Getting My Blood Drawn Visual

    Visual that explains what happens when you have a blood test done.

  • Acrocyanosis

    Article about acrocyanosis and other causes of blue or purple discoloration of parts of the body (commonly the hands or feet).

  • Getting an ECG/EKG

    Visual that explains what happens during an electrocardiogram (ECG or EKG), a test that assesses the electrical activity of the heart.

  • Venous (Vein) Disease in People with Down Syndrome

    Article that provides an overview of health conditions that affect the veins such as varicose veins, venous insufficiency, venous stasis, and hemosiderin staining.