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Hi doctor i am 18 years old male.i was diagnosed with spina bifida occulta. i play football,but i feel fatigue in the spine.can continue to play footb?
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Active Spina Bifida: Sounds like you are very healthy. Do you have any pain in your legs or bowel or bladder issues? The majority of people with Spina bifida occulta will be healthy, with no restrictions. If you have been playing football for awhile, you probably can safely continue See this for info http://www.spinabifidaassociation.org/site/c.evKRI7OXIoJ8H/b.8277205/
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