Definition: According to Centers for Disease Control Prevention
Spina Bifida is a birth defect where there is incomplete closing of the backbone and membranes around the spinal cord.
Causes & Contributing factors:
We do not know all of the causes of spina bifida. The role that factors, such as genes and the environment, play in causing spina bifida need to be studied further. However, we do know that there are ways before and during pregnancy for women to reduce the risk of having a baby with spina bifida. Not having enough folic acid also plays a significant role.
Side Effects & Symptoms:
• Abnormal tuft of hair along the spine
• Collection of fat
• Small dimple or birth mark
• Skin discoloration
• Muscle weakness
• Bowel and bladder problems
Spina Bifida is a birth defect where there is incomplete closing of the backbone and membranes around the spinal cord.
Causes & Contributing factors:
We do not know all of the causes of spina bifida. The role that factors, such as genes and the environment, play in causing spina bifida need to be studied further. However, we do know that there are ways before and during pregnancy for women to reduce the risk of having a baby with spina bifida. Not having enough folic acid also plays a significant role.
Side Effects & Symptoms:
• Abnormal tuft of hair along the spine
• Collection of fat
• Small dimple or birth mark
• Skin discoloration
• Muscle weakness
• Bowel and bladder problems