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What causes a baby to have a normal size body and a really small head before birth?
Microcephaly is a condition that causes a baby to have a normal size body and a really small head before birth. Microcephaly can also occur after birth.
What is benign microcephaly of infancy?
Head circumference is a direct reflection of head growth When the growth is below norms it is classed as microcephaly. The result of microcephaly is a degree of retardation in growth. If the microcephaly is benign, the limitation is not significant in development.
If a mother has zika what happens to their baby?
Infection during pregnancy causes microcephaly and other brain malformations in some babies.
What are the special concerns regarding patients with microcephaly?
As microcephaly is often associated with chromosomal abnormalities, the specific genetic cause for a person's microcephaly should be determined, if possible. Genetic counseling is available to help parents
How prevalent is microcephaly?
Microcephaly is a rare neurological condition and occurs worldwide. Little detailed information on the prevalence of the disorder is available. Microcephaly does not appear to be more prevalent among any race or one gender
Does fetus head circumference in the 2nd percentile mean microcephaly?
Microcephaly is an extremely rare condition in which the fetus's head circumference is lower then one percentile.
How large can a baby grow?
it can grow about 13cm
How long do you live if you have microcephaly?
they live to be 20 or to aleast 35 if they are lucky
How large can a baby grow in the womb?
A baby can grow nine months large before their born.
How long does a baby dolphin to grow?
It takes about one to two years for a baby dolphin to grow.
What is the biggest problem with zika?
The biggest problem with Zika is that Zika virus infection during pregnancy can cause a serious birth defect called microcephaly. Microcephaly is a condition where a baby's head is much smaller than expected. Babies with microcephaly can have a range of other problems, depending on how severe their microcephaly is. Microcephaly has been linked to:SeizuresDevelopmental delay, such as problems with speech or other developmental milestones (like sitting, standing, and walking)Intellectual disability (decreased ability to learn and function in daily life)Problems with movement and balanceFeeding problems, such as difficulty swallowingHearing lossVision problemsNote that people with Zika usually only have mild symptoms lasting for several days to a week after being bitten by an infected mosquito. People usually don't get sick enough to go to the hospital, and they very rarely die of Zika. For this reason, many people might not realize they have been infected and may transmit the virus to pregnant women without even knowing they have it.
What are the non-genetic causes of microcephaly?
Other possible causes of microcephaly include infections during pregnancy (rubella, cytomegalovirus, toxoplasmosis), adverse effects of medication, and the excessive use of alcohol by the mother during pregnancy
