Wie schnell muss der Kopf von Babys wachsen?
Im ersten Lebensjahr Ihres Babys nimmt der Umfang des Kopfes ziemlich regelmäßig zu: Monat für Monat ca. 1 – 2 cm. Bis zum Ende des zweiten Jahres ist immer noch Bewegung drin. Ab dem dritten Lebensjahr wächst der Kinderkopf innerhalb eines Jahres nur noch um ca.
Was ist das Cask Syndrom?
calcium/calmodulin-dependent serine protein kinase Eine Veränderung, also eine Mutation, im CASK-Gen auf einem der beiden weiblichen X-Chromosomen führt nach einer Studie aus dem Jahre 2008 zu einem nachweislichen Krankheitsbild. Vorwiegend sind Mädchen bzw. Frauen von der Erkrankung betroffen.
What does it mean when a baby has microcephaly?
Microcephaly is a condition in which a baby’s head is much smaller than normal for an infant of that age. Micro means small and cephaly refers to the head. Microcephaly can be congenital, meaning it is present at birth, or acquired, meaning that the baby’s head was a normal size at birth but did not grow appropriately over time.
Is there a cure or cure for microcephaly?
There is no treatment for microcephaly that will return a baby’s head to a normal size or shape. Since microcephaly is a lifelong condition that is not correctable, care includes focusing on preventing or minimizing disabilities and maximizing your child’s capabilities at home and in the community.
Are there copyright restrictions on pictures of babies with microcephaly?
Babies with microcephaly often have smaller brains that might not have developed properly. The images are in the public domain and thus free of any copyright restrictions.
How often does microcephaly occur at the Cleveland Clinic?
Microcephaly is rare, occurring in 2-12 babies per 10,000 births. Cleveland Clinic is a non-profit academic medical center. Advertising on our site helps support our mission. We do not endorse non-Cleveland Clinic products or services.