Since Down syndrome is a genetic disorder, there is truly no definite preventive measure that can fully stop it from happening. However, the randomness of the occurrence can lead to the development of preventive measures that can alleviate the occurrence. Knowing the risks can also aid parents get ready for the possibility. Here are some more details.
About the Risks
The most common known risk of Down syndrome may be increasing occurrence with increasing maternal age. Although the happening is random in nature, the possibility actually increases as mothers grow older. Mothers below 25 years old has a 1 in every 1,400 births chance of producing a Down syndrome baby. At 30 years old, the figures continue to increase until the age of 45 years and above, when the chances are almost 1 in every 12 births.
The condition of the mother can also matter. Inadequate supply of folic acid, which is a B vitamin may be linked to the occurrence of Down syndrome. Mothers who have inherently low folate levels have a higher risk of having a baby with Down syndrome compared to others. The chances increase by 320%. To prevent the problem, mothers are advised to take folic acid...