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How often does spina bifida occur?
1-2 in a 1,000 children are born with this each year
How does spina bifida occur?
1-2 in a 1,000 children are born with this each year
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 Spina Bifida cause learning disability?
Spina Bifida is often accompanied by hydrocephalus, or "water on the brain," which can cause learning disabilities. But not all children with Spina Bifida have hydrocephalus and therefore not all of them will have learning disabilities. Early intervention is vital.
What has the author Mark Wolraich written?
Mark Wolraich has written: 'The needs of children with spina bifida' -- subject(s): Spina bifida
When is Spina Bifida fatal in utero?
Spina Bifida is usually not fatal in utero, especially with modern medicine in developed countries. Before antibiotics were available, most children with Spina Bifida died shortly after birth, but not in utero.
Does spina bifida occur only in certain ethnic groups?
No, it affects all ethnic groups.
Need a good laxative for spina bifida children?
Ask your doctor for this information.
How many cases of Spina Bifida are there?
Spina bifida is one of the most common birth defects, with an average worldwide incidence of 1-2 cases per 1000 births... Approximately 1500 births of babies with Spina Bifida occur in the US each year...
How should parents treat children that have Spina Bifida?
Is this a trick question? They're kids, treat them like kids. This is a no brainer. (Yes I have had two ex-girlfriends with spina bifida)
Can Spina Bifida cause asperger syndrome traits?
Some children with Spina Bifida may also have other conditions, such as Asperger's Syndrome. There are some traits of Asperger's that are also seen in children who have Attention Deficit Disorder, and Attention Deficit Disorder is fairly common in children who have Spina Bifida. The child needs to be seen by a professional so the proper diagnosis can be made and the child can get the help he or she needs.
In spina bifida does the cerebrum and part of the brain stem never develop?
No, that is not a part of Spina Bifida. What does happen with many children with Spina Bifida is a condition called Arnold Chiari II, which causes the cerebellum and the brain stem to extend down into the area where the spinal cord is, which can cause various problems such as swallowing and feeding problems in the infant with Spina Bifida.
