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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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Birth defects caused by seizure while pregnant?
Women who need to take more than one anti-seizure medication - have a slightly higher chance of having a baby with a birth defect. This is thought to be caused by the multiple drugs, but because of the complexity of these types of epilepsy it is impossible to remove all the medications to determine the definitive cause and effect.
Seizures can cause a brain injury, due to lack of oxygen to the placenta during the seizure. Some anti-seizure medications can cause birth defects and should be used with extreme caution during childbearing years, there are other medications that can be substituted in some cases (but not all). As with everything the risk has to balanced by the need.
Be sure to wear an obvious medical alert charm for seizures and pregnancy, in the event of unconsciousness it will alert emergency medical personnel to both conditions - so appropriate care is given. It is imperative to notify the nursing staff when you check into the Labor and Delivery Unit - Yes, this information should be in your medical chart, prepared by your doctor and waiting for your arrival - Just don't take the chance that it was missed by busy nurses.
If possible plan ahead, prior to trying to conceive, talk through any potential concerns with your neurologist and your OB/GYN so you can explore your choices and make the best decisions for you and your growing family. Start taking prescription strength Folic Acid (Vitamin B) 3 mos prior to attempting to conceive and for the first trimester.
Why do some mothers die after birth?
there can be many ans to this question, but it is said that those girls who take shower when they are in their period get weak internally and their body cant handle the pressure of giving birth.
Can you be Pregnancyand still spot every month?
If you know for sure that you are pregnant, it is probably not going to be your period, although some women have experienced a "first" period then learns a couple of weeks later that they really are pregnant. It is possible that it could be implantation bleeding caused by the fertilized egg to attach itself to the uterine wall. Or it could be a cervical change that can cause vaginal bleeding. Vaginal bleeding can also be a symptom of ectopic (tubal) pregnancy. Another cause for bleeding during pregnancy is a miscarriage although the first two reasons for bleeding are more common, it is still a good idea to contact your doctor as soon as you can.
What are teratogenic causes of birth defects?
Are you referring to pharmaceutical drugs or illegal drugs. Prozac is known to have some negative effects on future mothers. Prozac® has been linked to birth defects, including persistent pulmonary hypertension (PPHN). PPHN is a serious potentially life-threatening condition that occurs in babies soon after birth. The lungs of these infants have not assumed the function of oxygenating the blood once they are born. When in the mother, the fetus' oxygenated blood supply comes from the mother, via the umbilical cord that leads from the placenta. The lungs of the fetus have no immediate function and are just awaiting birth to start working.
What causes the birth defect hump back?
It's just an anomaly that shows up occasionally. It isn't as though there is any known cause, it's just part of the process. Most birth defects end up being a miscarriage. The woman's body identifies that there is a problem and the fetus is aborted. Some kinds of birth defects fool the womans body into thinking that everything is ok and the baby is carried to term.
What is the cause of postural defects?
- A headache
Headaches can be caused by postural problems because of the strain and tension placed on the muscles in the shoulders and the top of the neck. This strain can, in turn, put pressure on muscles in the head, resulting in headache. Jaw ache can also be caused in this way.
- Nasal problems and/or sinus problems
Poor posture can lead to sinus congestion and a feeling of being "blocked up" or "stuffy". This is because, if you were to stand with a rounded or arched back, the ducts that allow the drainage of fluid from the nasal and sinus passages can become blocked or closed. As a result, any fluid or mucus from these passages cannot drain away, resulting in common cold-like symptoms. These symptoms will not be relieved by cold medication, however, and may only be resolved by a proper posture.
- Lower back pain
Lower back pain is caused by a poor posture, particularly if a person leans forward when they stand. This is because the weight of the body is not directed equally and harmoniously down the spine when a person leans forward - instead, more weight and, therefore, more pressure, is placed upon the lower portions of the spine, resulting in pain that can be very severe in some cases.
- Digestive problems
A poor posture can prevent the stomach and intestines from working properly. This results in the improper digestion of food within these cavities. Improper digestion can cause obvious problems such as constipation or diarrhea, but can also cause serious but less noticeable problems such as malnourishment, because the nutrients are not being extracted from the food properly.
Why do some people have two Adams apples?
People don't have two Adam's apples. The Adam's apple is the front part of the thyroid cartilage. Other things you may see protruding from the front of the neck that you may be confusing with the Adam's apple are the hyoid bone and the cricoid cartilage.
The hyoid bone is located above the thyroid cartilage, while the cricoid cartilage is located below it.
What are latent defects and patent defects?
Latent defects are not obvious and are not easily discoverable while patent defects are obvious.
What is the range of normal gestation for human?
The normal range of gestation for humans is typically between 37 to 42 weeks. A pregnancy is considered full-term at 39 to 40 weeks. Deliveries that occur before 37 weeks are classified as preterm, while those after 42 weeks are considered post-term. Variations can occur based on individual circumstances and health factors.
Why are parathyroid scans not recommended during pregnancy?
Parathyroid scans are not recommended for pregnant women because of the potential harm to the developing fetus.
Defect Seepage is the defect creepage from one module to other or from one phase to subsequent phases.
Can shunts be taken out or are they in for life?
Shunts certainly can be taken out, as they may need to be replaced, especially during childhood, due to the growth of the child, and in some cases, need to be replaced because of shunt malfunction or infection. But they are usually required for the entire life of a person who has hydrocephalus, from the time they get their first shunt. With some people this is soon after birth, and with some it may occur later, but from that point on, it will be a permanent requirement.
What causes men to be born without tubes and are they always sterile?
Being born without the tube that runs from the testicles through the penis would be a random birth defect, unless it is part of a syndrome. Without the tubing to get the seminal fluid from the glands would leave a man sterile.
What is meant by a defect in the GTAW process?
GTAW is the Gas-Tungsten Arc Welding process A defect means something's wrong with the weld. There are hundreds of kinds, and every kind of defect has a different cause--and sometimes there are seven or eight causes for one defect.
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actually, it would be 14... it's a trick question. 11 fingers and 3 thumbs is 14 fingers, and each finger only has one nail. Toenails aren't the same as fingernails, so the 14 toes would just be irrelevant.
Can a human give birth to a snake?
NO. It is physically impossible for a human to give birth to a snake
What is the worst birth defect on record?
This is a difficult question to answer because it is subjective. What one person feels is the worst may not be what someone else does. Also the subject matter is kind of macabre.
One of the worst types of birth defects that I can think of off hand is anencephaly. Anencephaly is, like spina bifida, is a defect in the formation of the neural tube, but in this case the fetus does not develop a brain. They may still retain a brain stem so reflex actions like breathing can still happen, but the part of the brain that allows for consciousness is not there. Invariably these babies do not survive long after birth.
In most cases severe malformation results in spontaneous abortion.
What are the signs of posture defects?
Signs of posture defects include slouched shoulders, a rounded back, and a forward head position. Individuals may also experience uneven hips or shoulders, as well as a noticeable tilt in the spine. Additionally, symptoms such as back, neck, or shoulder pain, fatigue, and difficulty concentrating can accompany poor posture. Over time, these issues may lead to more serious musculoskeletal problems.
Their damage is irreversible.
