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Could my baby have spina bifida if i don't take folate (folic acid)?
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Folate (folic acid) helps: If you are pregnant take folate (folic acid). It does help prevent spina bifida.
Answered 8/11/2012
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Still unlikely: It is clear that taking folic acid before and during a pregnancy lowers the risk of a child having spina bifida. There is not good reason not to take folate. It has no side effects. Even without folate, the chances are low.
Answered 7/14/2015
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