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Are avm common in adults that were born prematurly? i am 25 now was born at 51/2 months and want to get pregnant soon but afraid i have a unknown avm
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No: Avms of the brain are not seen with increased frequency in premature babies as they become adults. The incidence is estimated at 1/100, 000/year. Relatively infrequent occurrence. Unless you have persistent headaches, seizures, or a neurologic deficit that would necessitate an MRI (which would rule in or out the presence of an avm). The fear of having one should be lessened as you try for pregna.
Answered 6/10/2014
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