Just wanted to say hello to everyone in here, as I have just picked up this
echo from my hub.  I had seen it before, but was not totally clear on the
discussion until now.

As some already know, my youngest son (4 years old now) has Down Syndrome.  He
is only mildly effected from it, causing some delays.  It took him alittle
longer to walk (now he runs), drink from a cup, etc.  He is doing all those
things now, but his speech is still developing.  He knows how to say many
words and completely understands just about everything you say to him.  He is
also very godo at sports and has a good pitching arm.  We were outside today
playing catch.

He has been a real blessing and a wonderful child.  One thing we still need to
get through is he needs an operation for Hirschsprung's Disease.  It is where
a section (at the end) of the bowel lacks nerve cells and causes bad
constipation.  He is due for the operation later this year.  Otherwise, he is
completely healthy.  He did have an operation when he was first born (duodenal
atesia) which is where the connection between the stomach and small instestine
is blocked.  

He has a clean bill of health (including heart tests) otherwise.  Once we get
through this operation, he should be in much better shape.  No long term
issues.

Was wondering if anyone is familiar with any of those operations?

Looking forward to discussion with everyone.

- Mark
  
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