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30 Jul 2008
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downsyndrome
my husband has a child with downsyndrome from his previous relationship. i am pregnant now and wondering what the chances of having a child with DS are.
GynaeDoc
Ask your doctor to refer you to a specialist who can calculate the risk for you based on the skinfold behind the neck and the duration of the pregnancy.
Best wishes
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