Symptoms Of Spina Bifida

Abnormal Brain Development

Unsurprisingly, a mass buildup of fluid in the head can also cause abnormal brain development. In addition to pressure on the cerebellum causing problems with physical and visual coordination, a poorly developed cortex can also cause cognitive issues. Thinking, judgment, awareness, and learning, which are controlled by the frontal cortex, can all be negatively impacted by problems with the neural tube. Although individuals with spina bifida have normal intelligence levels, learning difficulties can arise. The added pressure on the brain in the early years can cause lasting effects on various parts of the brain, making reading, understanding spoken language, paying attention, solving problems, and grasping abstract concepts quite challenging.

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