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What does the Spina Bifida Association of America recommend childbearing women do?
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all women of childbearing age take 0.4 mg of folic acid daily, as this amount has been shown to decrease the likelihood of neural tube defects.
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What groups or organizations sponsor spina bifida?
The Spina Bifida Association of America and SHINE (Spina Bifida Hydrocephalus Information Networking Equality) in the UK.
How you know you got spina bifida?
Children with spina bifida often have hydrocephalus, which consists of excessive accumulation of cerebrospinal fluid in the ventricles of the brain.According to the Spina Bifida Association of America (SBAA), over 73 percent of people with spina bifida develop an allergy to latex, ranging from mild to life-threatening. The common use of latex in medical facilities makes this a particularly serious concern. The most common approach to avoid developing an allergy is to avoid contact with latex-containing products such as examination gloves, catheters, and many of the products used by dentists. (Wikipedia) for more info go to the related lik(spina bifida) below
What is the connection between spina bifida and latex sensitivity?
There is an association between spina bifida and latex sensitivity. Many have attributed this to the fact that people with the condition have a higher exposure to latex, since they may be in hospitals more often.
What wheelchair should people born with Spina Bifida use?
If you were born with Spina Bifida and need a wheelchair you should consult with a Physical Therapist. They will measure you, assess your needs and recommend what you need. They will even help you with where to buy one.
What organizations have more information about meningocele repair?
Spina Bifida Association of America. 4590 Macarthur Boulevard, NW, Suite 250; Washington, DC 20007-4226. telephone (800) 621-3141, (202)944-3285. sbaa@sbaa.org. .
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.
When was Selaginella bifida created?
Selaginella bifida was created in 2009.
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".
Is sina bifida heriditry or environmental?
is Spina Bifida heriditry or environmental?
What illness is Chris Farlowe suffering from?
Spina bifida
