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They can, but they don't always. Generally they may have hydrocephalus (water on the brain), which can cause brain damage if not treated in a timely manner. But if it is treated soon enough, there may be little to no brain damage. Some people with Spina Bifida have learning disabilities.
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∙ 14y agoDepending on if they have severe learning disabilities, which can often accompany Spina Bifida, many adults with Spina Bifida can drive, usually with hand controls.
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∙ 12y agoNo. Spina Bifida is not communicable, meaning you can't "catch" it from anyone. To have it, you must be born with it. It is a birth defect.
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How many people with Spina Bifida have had children with out Spina Bifida?
My daughter has Spina Bifida and her daughter has Spina Bifida
Can someone have spina bifida and not be born with it?
No, spina bifida is a birth defect. Therefore, a person has to be born with spina bifida to have it.
Is Nuera another name for Spina Bifida?
No, "Nuera" is not another name for Spina Bifida. Myelomeningocele is another name for Spina Bifida.
How did Spina Bifida get its name?
Spina Bifida is Latin for "split spine".
What illness is Chris Farlowe suffering from?
Spina bifida
Why did they name Spina Bifida?
Spina is Latin for "spine" and Bifida is Latin for "split" or "open" and that is exactly what Spina Bifida is, an opening or split in the spine.
What groups or organizations sponsor spina bifida?
The Spina Bifida Association of America and SHINE (Spina Bifida Hydrocephalus Information Networking Equality) in the UK.
What is Spina Bifida ICD-9 code?
Spina bifida's ICD-9 code is 741 Spina bifida occulta's ICD-9 code is 756.17
What is spina bifida cystica?
One types is spina bifida cystica or spina bifida aperta, which involves a sac filled with spinal contents along the spine.
What are some names of support groups for Spina Bifida?
In my opinion, the best support you can get if you or a family member was born with Spina Bifida is from closed groups on Facebook, just search "Spina Bifida" and you will find them. I am an adult that was born with Spina Bifida and the best support I've found is in closed Facebook groups (they are called closed because they are private groups and what you ask or say does not show up on your friends' timelines).
Can you have spina bifida in the C1 vertebrae?
Yes you can. Spina Bifida at C1 is called spondyloschisis.
Can Spina Bifida fly?
Your question does not make sense. Spina Bifida is a birth defect.
