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I don't think so. I think it's a congenital (present at birth) defect caused by a mutation in the genes.
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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.
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.
What causes you to get heart disease?
Reasons of having Heart Disease : ^ Lifestyle ^Improper Diet ^Heridetary
How long do you live if you have microcephaly?
they live to be 20 or to aleast 35 if they are lucky
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
What does the damage of microcephaly come from?
The damage from microcephaly comes because of the cramped interior of the skull. This lack of space exerts pressure on the growing brain. This causes impairment and delayed development of functions such as speech and control of muscles
What is the life expectancy of a child with microcephaly?
20 to 35 years of age if you are lucky
What does the Zika virus cause?
In most people it doesn't cause much of a disease except some flu like systems but in unborn babies it can cause the cortex of the brain to not develop. Since the brain is now much smaller, the skull forming around the brain becomes smaller. This condition is called microcephaly. Children with microcephaly often have developmental issues. Generally there's no treatment for microcephaly.
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.
Is Trisomy 8 dominant or recessive?
neither, it is not heridetary, it happens when there is a problem between sperm and egg and some of the cells don't split properly. it's a chance occurence
