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Can a male sperm cause birth defects?
Yes, there are several teratogens that can cause birth defects through male exposure. There is documented evidence that exposure to Agent Orange that was used during the Vietnam War has caused birth defects in first and second generation births. Additionally, radiation can lead to issues for many generations afterward. There are some viruses that are mutagenic and can cause defects in progeny as well.
Did Jesus have any birth defects?
No he did not have any birth defects.
What are the various birth defects?
There are thousands of identified birth defects. Birth defects are abnormal developments present at birth that can cause physical or mental disability. Some, but not all are fatal.
What effect does alcohol have on birth or birth defects?
fetal alcohol syndrome
Is an agent that can cause birth defects known as amniocentesis?
No; a teratogen is an agent that can cause birth defects.
What is the medical term meaning an agent that causes birth defects?
A teratogen is an agent that causes birth defects.
Can taking cipro cause birth defects?
Birth defects are possible in pregnant patients taking Cipro. It has not been proven that Cipro is the cause of the defects, however.
What are the four categories of birth defects?
The four causes of birth defects are body metabolism,function of structure, and heart.
Are females more likely to have birth defects?
Actually, males have more birth defects that females. World wide, per 1 female that has a birth defect, 150 males have either died or are suffering from a birth defect.
What are abdominal wall defects?
Abdominal wall defects are birth (congenital) defects that allow the stomach or intestines to protrude.
What are the demograhics of birth defects?
Birth defects are found in 2-3% of all newborn infants. This rate doubles in the first year, and reaches 10% by age five, as more defects become evident and can be diagnosed. Almost 20% of deaths in newborns are caused by birth defects.
If you get pregnant while using implanon what are the chances the baby will have birth defects?
There's no increase in birth defects from getting pregnant while using the contraceptive implant. The rate of birth defects is the same as for those who aren't on the implant.
