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  • Stories About Period Symptoms

    Visuals that provide an overview of symptoms a woman may experience shortly before or during her period and shares strategies for managing them.

  • Fatigue in People with Down Syndrome

    Article that explores common causes of fatigue in people with Down syndrome, including medical, psychological, and lifestyle factors, and offers strategies for improving energy levels.

  • Constipation in People with Down Syndrome

    Article that provides an overview of constipation including why it is more common in people with Down syndrome and how to prevent and treat it.

  • Possible Causes of Hair Loss

    Article that outlines types of hair loss and common medical, nutritional, and hormonal reasons for hair loss in people with Down syndrome.

  • Pain in People with Down Syndrome

    Article that describes how pain may present differently in people with Down syndrome and offers guidance for recognizing signs and seeking appropriate care.

  • Syncope (Fainting) in People with Down Syndrome

    Article that describes why fainting may be more common in people with Down syndrome and discusses possible causes of fainting.

  • Hernias in People with Down Syndrome

    Article that explains what hernias are, common symptoms, risks, and treatment considerations for individuals with Down syndrome.

  • Urinary Incontinence

    Article about urinary incontinence (“accidents”), causes in people with Down syndrome, at-home strategies for avoiding accidents, and information about when to seek medical evaluation.

  • Tremors in People with Down Syndrome

    Article about tremors (repetitive involuntary movements), what can cause them, and how they are diagnosed and treated.

  • Temperature Regulation in People with Down Syndrome

    Article about differences in how the bodies of people with Down syndrome regulate temperature, possible causes, and strategies for recognizing overheating or cold sensitivity.

  • Gait or Walking Changes in a Person with Down Syndrome

    Article about what can cause a change in gait or walking and how to determine the cause in an individual with Down syndrome.

  • 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.