An essay on Edward's Syndrome also known as Trisomy 18.

Edward's syndrome! Yes, indeed it is one of many disorders that after hearing about it, one cannot help but sadden. For, it has great impacts on the individual it emerges in, as well as his/her family overall. Edward's syndrome is a rarer cause of mental retardation than Down's syndrome, and a more severe disease. About 30% of babies with this condition die in the first month and fewer than 10% survive the first year (Oxbridge Solutions …

…with this disorder, there will be not much cost for the family to cover for, especially since there has not yet been found a cure for it. In conclusion, after learning about the seriousness and grief that comes with Edward's syndrome one can not help, but raise their hands in the air and pray that hopefully, very soon, a cure and treatment will be found to diminish the tragic loss of such small, unfortunate babies.