Pregnancy is a relatively happy thing for every family. Every family hopes that their babies can be born healthy, but accidents always come quietly. Every day, many newborns are born in this world, including those with defects. If a child is born with defects, it will undoubtedly be a major blow to every family. So, what are the common types of birth defects? Let's learn about it together below!
What are the common types of birth defects
1. Horseshoe inversion foot, malformed foot can be mild or severe, and can affect one or both feet. Mild clubfoot is not painful and does not affect the baby before starting to stand or speak.
2. Cleft lip and palate require special feeding for infants with cleft palate. Because it is difficult to suck, it must be fed with a specially designed bottle.
3. Spina bifida, formed by a malformation of the neural tube, prevents the spine from completely closing during fetal development. The effects of spina bifida can be almost harmless, but some can cause leg paralysis and problems with bladder and intestinal control.
What are the reasons for babies having birth defects
1. Genetic factors that can cause defects in babies include genetic mutations and chromosomal abnormalities. Genetic mutations refer to changes in the DNA code, with the most common being base switching, transposition, insertion, or deletion.
2. Due to environmental factors and the increasing number of humans, the amount of waste caused by humans will continue to increase, and the resources available for human use will also decrease. At this time, the organizational structure and bodily functions of the human body will change, which will also lead to work defects in the birth of new life.
If a baby has any defects at birth, it is a huge blow to every family. In the face of this situation, there are some defects that can be treated. In fact, there are many reasons that can cause birth defects in babies, and the most common ones are genetic and environmental factors. Therefore, expectant mothers must pay attention to whether the baby is developing healthily in the abdomen during pregnancy and have regular check ups.
