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What is a congenital disorder?
Congenital disorders are health conditions that are present from birth. They are also called birth differences, congenital anomalies or birth defects.
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Folate and pregnancy
Folate (folic acid) supplements are important for pregnancy as they can help prevent birth defects, including neural tube defects such as spina bifida.
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Limb difference
Limb difference is when an arm or a leg is not shaped in a typical way. Learn more about how correct diagnosis and treatment plans can help.
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Congenital heart disease
Congenital heart differences or defects (CHD) are a group of different heart abnormalities that are present at birth.
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Neural tube defects
Neural tube defect affects less than 1 in 1000 pregnancies. Learn about factors that increase your baby's risk, and what you can do to reduce risk.
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ºÚÁÏ³Ô¹Ï checkups, screenings and scans
Knowing what check-ups, screenings and scans to have and when to have them during your pregnancy is important information for every pregnant woman.
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Birthmarks
Birthmarks are coloured marks that are visible on the skin and vary in type. They are often present at birth or develop soon afterwards.
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Spina bifida
Spina bifida is a condition that affects the normal development of a baby's spine early in pregnancy. Read about causes, diagnosis and support.
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Microcephaly
Microcephaly is a rare condition that happens when your baby’s brain grows differently. Read about the causes or microcephaly including Zika virus.
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