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Spina Bifida Causes

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The exact cause of neural tube defects like spina bifida remains unknown. However, spina bifida most likely results from genetic, environmental, and nutritional factors. Here are some common spina bifida causes.

Raising a Child With Spina Bifida

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Raising a child isn’t easy, and raising a child with extra requirements can be even harder. But you aren’t the only one, and you aren’t alone. Here is a little information about raising a child with Spina Bifida.

Diagnosing Spina Bifida

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Spina bifida is a type of neural tube defect. When part of the neural tube does not close, one of the four types of spina bifida is presented. Here is a look at what spina bifida is and how it's diagnosed.

Tourette Syndrome: 10 Terms to Know

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Understanding Tourette Syndrome can be incredibly difficult, especially if you’re not a medical professional. Some of the terminology is difficult to define and comprehend. Here are ten words you should know.

Treatment for Tourette Syndrome

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Tourette syndrome (TS) is a tic disorder that develops in childhood. Tic disorders are characterized by the need to produce a sound or movement repetitively and out of context. Here is what TS treatment looks like.

Symptoms of Tourette Syndrome

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Are you, your child, or a loved one suffering from frequent, involuntary speech and/or movement that can’t be controlled? You might be dealing with Tourette Syndrome. Here are a few common symptoms of TS.

Tourettes in Children: What to Expect

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Although the exact cause of Tourette Syndrome (TS) is still a mystery, genetics seem to play a role in its development. A parent with TS has a 50% chance of having a child with TS. Here is what to expect from a TS kid.

Myths About People With Tourettes

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You may think all people with Tourettes cuss uncontrollably in public or hit themselves even in their sleep. Though these things can happen, they're uncommon. Here are some misconceptions about Tourettes.