Additional+facts

= Additional facts: = = *There are 3 forms of Spina Bifida* = = =
 * 1) ** Occulta is the mildest form of this disease, It shows no symptoms. The skin is normal and covers where the deformity is. If someone has this disease they more than likely will not know that they have this case of Spina Bifida unless accedentally discovered by an x-ray of further exam. **
 * 2) ** Meningocele is the rarest form of Spina Bifida, it is when the a part of the spine protrudes out through the opening in the vertibrae in a sac like form. the spine remains intact even when the sac is protruded. There is no nerve damage and can be removed surgically. **
 * 3) ** Myelomenigocele is the most severe. A portion of the spinal cord itself protrudes through the back, tissue and nerves are also exposed. **