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What Could Cause Problem In Pregnancy?
i am 32 weeks pregnant and yesterday my doctor find out that i have baby with cleft lip or palate by ultrasound. They also think that baby might have problem with head and heart too. They took amnio. Now i am waiting my amnio answer. My question is why this is happening? Me and my husband dont have any genetic problem. I never drink or smoke. i am very healthy eating. Why,why
Wed, 15 Jul 2015
Hello,
Welcome to healthcaremagic.com!
I really appreciate your concern. Genetic mutation and birth defects are becoming very common now a days. There are many possible reasons for it. It is not necessary that genetic problems can only be seen in parents with genetic defects. Radiation, exposure to various chemicals, drugs can also increases the chances of mutation and genetic defects. Be relaxed and hope fr the best.
Hope my answer has solved your query. Take Care.
Thank you.
Best Regards.
Dr. Manan
Welcome to healthcaremagic.com!
I really appreciate your concern. Genetic mutation and birth defects are becoming very common now a days. There are many possible reasons for it. It is not necessary that genetic problems can only be seen in parents with genetic defects. Radiation, exposure to various chemicals, drugs can also increases the chances of mutation and genetic defects. Be relaxed and hope fr the best.
Hope my answer has solved your query. Take Care.
Thank you.
Best Regards.
Dr. Manan
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