Birth Conditions
A condition where a baby's foot or feet are twisted inward
clubfoot
A condition that results in large, deep bruises and uncontrolled bleeding.
Hemophilia
This syndrome is entirely preventable if the mother avoids alcohol during pregnancy.
Fetal Alcohol Syndrome
This condition often results in intellectual disability and a distinct facial appearance.
Down Syndrome
A birth defect where the spine and spinal cord don't form properly, sometimes visible as a tuft of hair on the skin.
Spina Bifida
A group of diseases that cause progressive weakness and loss of muscle mass.
Muscular Dystrophy
(Daily Double)This condition involves structural issues with the lip or mouth due to environmental and genetic factors.
Cleft Lip/Palate
The primary treatment for this condition involves surgery, with speech therapy often needed later
Cleft Lip/Palate
Surgery can restore normal function with minimal scarring for this common facial defect.
Cleft Lip/Palate
The treatment for this involves injections of a clotting factor, often derived from plasma.
Hemophilia
This syndrome can cause heart defects and developmental delays and is linked to the mother's age.
Down Syndrome
A physical therapy program is a key part of managing symptoms for this musculoskeletal disorder.
Clubfoot