is it true that prematurity can cause birth defects upon your child?

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Does taking birth control for too long cause extreme prematurity of birth?

Answer 1

PREMATURITY: It depends on several factors. Birth defects are common among small premies when the mother got sick or exposed to rubella for example during the first trimester. Those born with less problems grow up normal.

Answer 2

Backwards logic: While some babies with birth defects are more likely to be born prematurely, prematurity itself does not cause birth defects.

Answer 3

Yes: Fluoride, which occurs naturally in some city water supplies, is incorporated into children's developing teeth and helps to prevent tooth decay. Many municipalities have carefully added Fluoride to their water. Unfortunately, too much Fluoride may cause discoloration of the enamel. You should speak to your pedodontist or pediatrician about the proper amount of Fluoride for your child.

Answer 4

Yes: Most kids get enough Fluoride just by drinking fluoridated tap water. Some children drinking well water or bottled water need Fluoride supplements. Too much Fluoride can cause white or brown flecks on your teeth so it's important not to give supplements to kids that don't need it and that you use Fluoride free toothpaste before your toddler learns not to swallow toothpaste.

Answer 5

No: Fluoride supplementation is fine for children, and doesn't cause discoloration unless the children are getting too much fluoride. In cities where Fluoride is already added to the water, children may not need additional Fluoride (parents need to ask the dentist/doctor). Also, children should not swallow toothpaste that contains fluoride.

Answer 6

Yes: If you get to much Fluoride your teeth may discolor, a condition called fluorosis. There are many sources of Fluoride we do not really understand and it is possible to over do it. Check if your community has Fluoride in the tap water and if so avoid supplements and excess fluorinated toothpaste intil your child is over 2 years old.

Answer 7

Yes: Too much or too little Fluoride is a problem for babies and children. Drinking water with Fluoride added is safe and promotes healthy teeth; fluoridated drinking water does not cause stains. Stains on teeth can be caused by too much Fluoride supplementation. Your doctor will determine the correct dose of Fluoride for your child if there is an insufficient amount in your water.

Answer 8

Yes: If teeth are still erupting and forming once teeth are erupted than no.

Answer 9

HIgh amounts: Yes, too much Fluoride is not good. Check if you are in a fluoridated community, want only 1ppm of Fluoride in water. Also, make sure you use ada approved dental products for children, and yes, there are plenty of benefits when using Fluoride properly.

Answer 10

Yes: This usually occurs in rural areas where there is excess Fluoride naturally in the well or spring water. In young children when the teeth are in the developmental stages, this excess fl. Can cause dark spots on the teeth , noticed when they erupt. This is not a common occurrence.

Answer 11

Usually ultrasound : Or cat scan or mri.

Answer 12

Good luck trying: The balanced diet is an adult idea, & a good one to practice for your lifetime.However it is a bit impractical when you deal with kids. Breast milk is balanced, but get past weaning & you must deal with a kid with his/her own ideas about eating. I like to look on kids from the vantage point of a balanced week rather than meal or day. Before school age their brain directs their cravings & does ok.

Answer 13

PREGNANCY TERM: As long as you are under the care of your ob, no toxemia, or any other problems anticipated, you are in good hands! good luck !

Answer 14

Hard to say: Since your other health issues are not available for review, limited assessment is possible. Baby is near term, but upwards of 10% will require special care even if born at term. Complications of pregnancy or labor can increase the risk.About 5% of newborns have an unexpected issue at birth (defect, prematurity, illness).Most pregnancies end up in a satisfactory outcome.

Answer 15

Yes generally: In general yes however sonographers are frequently trained specially for kids while nearly every sonographer knows how to perform on adults...There are technical differences....Pediatric echos are usually interpreted by pediatric cardiologists.

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