Behavioral and Cognitive Features of Dubowitz Syndrome Children with Dubowitz syndrome are shy, loving, unassuming, and kind. However, extreme hyperactivity and tantrums are frequently mentioned by parents and in the medical literature.
Dubowitz Syndrome Dubowitz syndrome is a malformation syndrome defined by prenatal and postnatal growth retardation, microcephaly, and a characteristic facial appearance.
Medical problems of Children with Dubowitz Syndrome The most common medical problems, as previously mentioned, are eczema, frequent infections (primarily viral), allergies, vomiting, and chronic diarrhea or constipation. Reviewed below are some of the more unusual and/or consequential medical problems reported in association with Dubowitz syndrome.
Opitz G/BBB syndrome We are a parent-run support network for all individuals and families of children who have Opitz-G/BBB syndrome.
The Down's Syndrome Association UK The Down's Syndrome Association is a membership led and driven organisation, open to anyone who wishes to join. Full membership which confers voting rights, is open to parents, adults with Down's syndrome and their carers. The Association exists to support parents and carers of people with Down's Syndrome and improve the lives of people with the condition, and without members we would not exist.