Does spina bifida run in a family, my dads brother had this condition, and i wondered wether this increases the chance my baby would have it?
2006-12-03 06:38:11 · 4 answers · asked by kimberley123 3 in Pregnancy & Parenting ➔ Pregnancy
All i can say is take prenatal pills and take folic acid. I have a beautiful 6yr old daughter with spina bifida. When i was pregnant with her i took folic acid and prenatal vitamins. Just from all the info i know is that it does run in familys.
2006-12-03 18:19:18 · answer #1 · answered by sarah s 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
I don't think so but it would probably up the chances. They also say that to decrease this condition than that's where vitamin C comes in. Start on prenatal pills before you start trying because it will increase your vitamin C which will decrease the chance of spina bifida. Also let your OB know so that they can keep an eye out.
2006-12-03 06:53:38 · answer #2 · answered by doom92556 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
It may be genetic. Beofer oyu get pergnant talk to an OB and do research on the net, you may need to take extra folic acid, which decreases the chance of Spina Bifida. Prenantal vitamins should work. Talk to your Doctor to see some ways to counter it. Good Luck.
2006-12-03 07:10:42 · answer #3 · answered by Tasha 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
I think so? yes
2006-12-03 06:43:01 · answer #4 · answered by *Pooka* 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋