I know a girl who is my age (17) and who was born with physical problems (not mental). She has problems in her vocal chords, her spine (she is about 4 feet tall) and she has one eye that is bigger than the other. She has a twin sister who is completely normal. We are not close enough for me to ask her or her sister what she has exactly, so i was wondering if any of you had a clue..
2007-09-14 02:37:51 · 3 answers · asked by hedZy ♀ The Dancing Banana 4 in Health ➔ Other - Health
Sounds like one of three things. MS, Muscular Dystrophy, or Cerebal Palsy.
2007-09-14 02:46:45 · answer #1 · answered by mikeae 6 · 3⤊ 0⤋
There really isn't enough information to go on...so this is only an educated guess.
One variable you mention is that she is a twin. There are many complications/issues that are associated with interauterine growth and the placenta(s) disorders (especially with twins). My guess is....there was a problem during the pregnancy that affected the growth and development during a critical period.
Naturally, people have a tendency to compare twins. Everyone is an individual whether identical or not. In situations like this however; ..."both twins" can be overly sensitized in how they are treated differently...just something to be aware of. However, dont be reluctant to be their friend. Everyone will benefit.
After a level of trust is developed in the friendship...self-disclosure usually follows. This level of confidence in a friend can be very rewarding for all. When that is gained, I would guess a sharing process would naturally follow...the amount of time and patience required is usually proportional to the degree of rejection that is feared.
The greater degree one self-discloses the greater the intimacy that is felt...if betrayed ...can be very painful and reduce the "risk taking" that person will take with that person and others in the future. This is a great life opportunity.
NOTE: Do a web search "Placenta Anomalies" There are textbooks on placental disorders showing the mulitiple problems that can affect growth and development.
2007-09-14 03:36:35 · answer #2 · answered by Steve 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋
spina bifida and hydrocephalus
That's nothing more then a wild guess.
2007-09-14 02:46:42 · answer #3 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 1⤋