Bladder Exstrophy
What is Bladder Exstrophy? Exstrophy means to “turn inside out” and that is what happens when a child is born with bladder exstrophy. In this condition, the bladder and related…
Category: Birth Defect Fact Sheet
Biliary Atresia
What Is Biliary Atresia? Biliary atresia is a rare liver disease which destroys the bile ducts necessary to carry bile from the liver to the intestines. This disease involves the…
Allergies
What are Allergies? Allergy means “altered reactivity” or sensitivity to usually non-toxic substances like pollens, grasses, mold, pets and/or foods. Allergic symptoms can range from mild reactions like rashes, stuffy…
Autism Spectrum Disorders
Attention Disorders
What are Attention Disorders? Attention disorders include ADHD and the non‑hyperactive form, ADD. In children, symptoms typically appear before age 7 and must persist for six months or more. Key…
Asthma
What is Asthma? Asthma is a respiratory disorder that results in shortness of breath, wheezing and coughing. It can range from a mild illness to a severe, life-threatening disease. How…
Asperger Syndrome
What is Asperger Syndrome? Asperger Syndrome is a developmental disorder that is part of a larger group of diagnoses called ‘Autistic Spectrum Disorders’. Autistic Spectrum Disorders refer to a range…
Arthrogryposis
What is Arthrogryposis? Arthrogryposis is a congenital disorder marked by reduced mobility and fixation of multiple joints due to abnormal joint, nerve, or muscle development. Amyoplasia, the most common type,…
Anorectal Malformations
What are Anorectal Malformations? Anorectal malformations are a group of birth defects than involve the external opening of the anus preventing the normal passage of stool. The anal opening may…
Anopthalmia and Micropthalmia
What is Anopthalmia/Micropthalmia (A/M)? Anopthalmia means that one or both eyes didn’t form during the early stages of pregnancy. Congenital anopthalmia may occur alone or with other malformations. Microphthalmia means…
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