Spina Bifida
Aleigha Anderson
Description
When the bones of the Spin do not form properly around part of the babies Spinal Cord.
It can affect how the skin on the back of the baby looks like, in severe cases it can make walking or daily activities hard to do without help from somebody else.
Cause and Complications
- Cause is Unknown, Experts the Genes and the environment are part of the cause
- Nerve damage and may need a back brace or be in a wheel chair
- Physical therapy will be needed
Prevention
- Have a good amount of Folic acid a day
- Eat foods with Folic acid (breakfast cereal, spinach and oranges)
- Doctor may recommend a daily Vitamin with Folic Acid or a supplement
Test and Treatment
- Doctor may take a blood test (maternal serum triple or quadruple screen)
- Physical Therapy and Rehabilitation
- Severe cases need surgery