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Birth Defects

There are more than 4,000 birth defects affecting three out of every 100 babies born in the United States. Ask questions here about these abnormalities and possible treatments.

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What problems can a cleft lip and palate cause the family?

What problems does it cause the family, think on a smaller level, like about the person who has the cleft lip and palate. They will not only be made fun of but will not be able to establish trust in relationships because of the ridicule that kids do. There are specialty doctors that can correct this to almost nonexistant or improve it substantially. The family will have to deal with the hurt feelings of this person and the meanness of the outside world, but there is a solution.

Why does Gregory Porter wear that hat?

The hat is Gregory Porter's "signature." It sets him apart.

Causes of pastry defects?

some defects of pastry might be under -cooking,over-cooking too "short" meaning too much shortening (fat) too dry or too moist

What is the difference between a congenital disorder and a birth defect?

Congenital diseases are passed genetically from a parent to an off-spring .These are acquired by birth.Acquired diseases are not passed genetically .they are acquired after birth.

How does the hospital tell if a baby has been subject to the mother doing drugs if no one talks about it?

The baby doesn't act naturally if it has drug in it or if they have been subdued to it for a long time so they have fetal damage. The people at the hospital are experts on this and if you care about the baby you will tell them so the baby can get help in the future when they get problems. If they suspect anything they will test the baby.

Are birth defects caused by supplements?

Theoretically, some supplements might, but those have specific warnings not to take them while pregnant. Most of the drugs, foods, and other ingested things that could cause birth defects have specific warnings on them due to FDA regulations because of that very reason.

Can you have a car accident and then develope spina bifida at age 32?

Not spina bifida. It is a birth defect. But you can become a paraplegic and lose the use of your legs. Spina bifida is caused most often by lack of vitamin B and probably by being exposed to certain drugs and alcohol in the womb.

What causes stubbed fingers as a birth defect?

what diseases causes stubbed fingers, protruding upper jaw

Which vitamins prevent birth defects?

Folic Acid is usually recommended to women. It is normally taken before you get pregnant as it is used to help prevent Spina Bifida. It has been shown that a developing baby needs this supplement to develop.By the time you know your pregnant the neural tubes are developed. Having said that you can eat green vegetables and other foods that contain folic acid.

How much folic acid for how long prevents neural tube defects in babies?

There is no guarantee that folic acid supplementation will prevent neural tube defects, though it has been proven to reduce the risk.

In a woman who has no family history of neural tube defects, it is suggested that she take 0.4 mg of folic acid each day, while a woman with a family history is asked to take 4 mg of folic acid each day (10 times the amount).

Ideally the women would begin taking folic acid at least 3 months before conception, and continue it through at least the end of the first trimester.

Can taking Alesse and antibiotics while pregnant cause birth defects?

It really depends on the antibiotic and the class drug it is. Drugs are rated different classes based on their risk to a pregnancy. For example, Amoxicillin is considered a class B drug. Class B drugs are considered relatively safe. Tetracycline on the other hand is considered a Class D drug, meaning there is sufficient data to determine the drug is harmful during pregnancy.

For more information on drug classes, you can start at the related link. To find out what class of drug your antibiotic is, go to any drug database and look up the drug information. It should list the pregnancy category in the information.

I would discuss the use of Alesse and the antibiotics with your doctor or midwife if you are pregnant.

Will a baby be born with a birth defect if you are taking a diet pill and do not know if you are pregnant?

I know of no birth defects associated with diet pill use, but know two things: 1) As soon as you discover you are pregnant, you should stop taking all over-the-counter medicines until you first talk with your doctor and get his okay. 2) No one who is pregnant should be taking diet pills, so don't continue.

Do you know anyone who used Crinone gel after a miscarriage and had birth defects of normal babies?

I never had a problem with crinone. I know there is a risk. I had my daughter who is now 3 after having fertility problems I was on crinone for about 5 months she came out as healthy and as strong as can be. Im now starting it again because Im 5 weeks pregnant and my fertility dr does it as a precaution. Sorry.

What birth defects are caused by genes and environmental factors?

A less understood cause of birth defects results from the interaction of genes from one or both parents plus environmental influences.Cleft lip and palate.Clubfoot.hydrocephalus.Diabetes mellitus.Heart defects.Some forms of cancer.

Eating black pepper during pregnancy is good for baby?

There have not been many studies done regarding black pepper during pregnancy. Pregnant women oftentimes have extreme cravings, it is best to avoid large amounts of black pepper.

What is extradural defect?

Break it down: MC Hammer style

Ventral is for humans front part of the body (ie. the chest, knees, face, etc)

Extra is outside

Dural is having to do with the dura mater, one of the layers of the membranes covering the spinal cord.

So a ventral extradural defect would be some sort of defect (probably a weakness) on the outer boundary between the dura mater and the spinal cord at the belly side of the cord. It could represent anything from changes of aging to a herniated disk to a tumor. The rest of the radiology report, as well as the history and physical, will tell you the medical meaning of this description term.

What is the cause if born without female reproductive organs?

If you are male you are born without female reproductive organs. However some people may have damaged DNA and may be born with features that differ form the accepted norm. It is possible that the different feature could be their reproductive organs.