How does spina bifida progress over time?

Question

Hello doctor,

I have spina bifida, which is a slow degenerative syndrome. In the long run, what kind of deterioration will take place?

Answer 1

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Spina bifida may progress to involve both legs, where one may develop tingling numbness and weakness. One may also develop urinary retention and overflow incontinence. Many times, if there is an associated cranial abnormality like Chiari malformation, then similar symptoms in the upper limbs and hydrocephalus in the head may also develop.

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Answer 2

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It is a slow deterioration if it happens. Most of the time, a person may have spina bifida occulta, which may be completely asymptomatic and may not develop any of this problem throughout their lives.

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