does risperidal cause birth defects?
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There haven't been enough studies on the safety and effectiveness of Risperdal during pregnancy to date. I do know that Risperdal is supposed to make its way into breast milk, so women taking Risperdal are advised to avoid breastfeeding.\n\nFor my money I wouldn't take the chance on taking it while pregnant.
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Levitra doesn't infect anything. Infections are caused by bacteria.\nDrugs like Levitra effect things. Is that what you are asking?\nAnd no erectile drugs do not effect sperm count.
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While Risperdal is very effective for short-term management, there are no clinical studies to prove its effectiveness in long-term therapy.  Additionally, long-term therapy can cause serious side effects.  If you take this medication, you have to maintain a close relationship with your doctor, in order for him to effectively monitor your condition as it progresses.  I'd recommend discussing any questions or issues with your doctor.  It's important for you both to be on the same page.
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Yes. My wife is pregnant now because of it. Just becareful, there can be side effects.
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DISEASES LIKE LEUKEMIA, CANCER & CHILD R BORN WITH PHYSICAL DEFECTS..........
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11\n\nDisclaimer:\n\nReading this answer may cause side effects such as cracked teeth, severe cramping, abnormal hair growth, sinus infection, forking of the tongue, and broken fingernails.
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My Mom had that and she said that it was just a pill the she had to swallow. As far as having children you need to talk to your doctor and don't be afraid to ask him questions, that is what they are there for.
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No. Patches are made specificaly for their purpose. It has been my experience that the pill and patch both produce more acne in women and weight gain as well due to the imbalance of hormones created. The birth control pill is NOT good for you. \n\nFurther problems can develope such as mood swings, depression, anxiety and liver disorders and toxicity are also some other side effects of these hormone based products.\n\nJust in case you have not tried any dietary supplementation here are a few well known ones for acne as well as some back ground info on acne. You sound like you have been through the wringer with cures and I am guessing you have tried plenty so this is really just in case.\n\nACNE\n \n \nAcne is usually considered an adolescent affliction affecting up to 80 percent of teenagers. Although acne occurs most commonly in adolescent males, it can affect people of any age.\n\nSymptoms\nAcne vulgaris, the most common form of acne, consists of whiteheads, blackheads, pimples and deep cysts that appear mainly on the face and to a lesser extent on the chest, shoulders and back. \n\nAcne is often worse during winter, improving during summer. \n\n\nCauses\nAcne commences when the sebaceous ducts in the skin become blocked by skin overgrowth to form a whitehead, or by plugs of sebum which darken on exposure to air forming a blackhead. \n\n\nWhen the sebum trapped in the whitehead or blackhead is forced into the deeper skin layers, an inflammatory reaction causes a red lump called a papule. If infection follows, pus collects and the classic pimple (pustule) is seen. When the inflammatory condition is severe, large, painful cysts may form.\n\n\nAcne is associated with hormonal imbalance, and will typically develop during puberty when hormonal activity increases the size and activity of the sebaceous glands. Some women also experience acne as a component of pre-menstrual syndrome.\n\n\nThe naturopathic view is that acne is aggravated by ineffective elimination from the body, which may be related to a build up of toxins in the system due to an inability of the liver to effectively break down circulatory toxins. It can also be initiated by food sensitivities, poor diet and stress.\n\n\n\nNatural Therapies\n\n\n\n\nZinc is an essential mineral used for wound healing and the normal oil gland function of the skin. It is also involved in the maintenance of vitamin A levels, transport and usage; for protein synthesis, (particularly collagen synthesis); and to help maintain hormonal balance. \n\nBeta-carotene is transformed into vitamin A in the body. These two nutrients act as skin antioxidants, and may be of assistance in the treatment of acne, other skin conditions, and the healing of wounds. \n\nSulphur is traditionally indicated as a liver tonic to support the body's detoxification processes, and for a variety of skin conditions including acne which are associated with sluggish liver function \n\nEchinacea has been extensively investigated and has been found to have a variety of actions on the immune system, including antibacterial and antiviral activity. \n\nCalendula has traditionally been used for the treatment of skin infection and to assist wound healing. \n\nVitex Agnus-Castus is indicated for acne problems which are worse pre-menstrually.\n \nPrevention\nThere are conflicting theories about direct dietary influences on acne. \n\nThe best approach is to adopt a healthy well balanced diet high in fibre, filtered water and fresh fruits and vegetables. Avoid refined or processed foods, sugars and high-fat foods. \n\n\nRegular exercise is great for your skin, as it improves your circulation and aids in the removal of toxins. Try brisk walking, jogging swimming or any active sport 3 - 4 times per week.\n \nHope this helps.\n\nCraig - Naturopath.
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Nope!  It can cause miscarriages and their is a high risk of hepatitis from tattooing.  contracting hep[ while you are preggy can cause birth defects.  No doctor or tattoo artist would suggest it.  You shouldn't tattoo while breast feeeding either!
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Sometimes women of Mediterranean descent have something called Cytomegalovirus.  It is something that should be monitored, if you test positive for it, during your pregnancy. It can occur congenitally, postnatally, or later in life.  This virus can produce a latent infection that may be subsequently activated by pregnancy. It can cause mental retardation in neonates.\nBut I wouldn't worry too much about it. In the 12 years I worked OB/GYN I never knew of anyone that tested positive for it.  I hope this has been helpful to you, and didn't scare you too much!
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Some you don't, but others like Isotretinoin has a great deal of side-effects from suicide to almost guaranteed birth defects for women who become pregnant.  It depends on the safety of the drug, and possible occurring lawsuits.
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No, IVF won't cause birth defects, but the effectiveness is only 25%
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This is a  very toxic medication to a baby. There is supposed to be two forms of birth control used while people are on this medication, and the spouse or partner of the person on treatment should not even handle the ribavirin. Get to a doctor ASAP.
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Your question is heard to understand. Is it Sex linked ... as in whether it is male or female linked?  Nothing I have read would say that is is found nmore in one sex than another.\n\nCongenital means inborn or existing at birth. This is what I found on the site noted in the sources below:\n\n"What causes congenital cardiovascular defects?\nCongenital cardiovascular defects are present in about 1 percent of live births. They're the most common congenital malformations in newborns.  In most cases scientists don't know why they occur.  Sometimes a viral infection causes serious problems.  German measles (rubella) is an example.  If a woman contracts German measles while pregnant, it can interfere with how her baby's heart develops or produce other malformations.  Other viral diseases also may cause congenital defects.\n\nHeredity sometimes plays a role in congenital cardiovascular defects.  More than one child in a family may have a congenital cardiovascular defect, but this rarely occurs. Certain conditions affecting multiple organs, such as Down's syndrome, can involve the heart, too.  Some prescription drugs and over-the-counter medicines, as well as alcohol and "street" drugs, may increase the risk of having a baby with a heart defect.  Researchers are studying other factors."
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According to Wikipedia - yes they can. A mutation in the father's sperm can cause it - even if the father does not have it.
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Heck yes.  You do know that Risperdal is an antipsychotic medication, right?  Both a diabetic crisis and stress have the potential for this as well.  Given the circumstances, you need to get this person to a doctor.
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Women with poorly controlled preexisting diabetes in the early weeks of pregnancy are three to four times more likely than nondiabetic women to have a baby with a serious birth defect, such as a heart defect or neural tube defect (NTD), a birth defect of the brain or spinal cord. They also are at increased risk of miscarriage and stillbirth.\n\nWomen with gestational diabetes, which generally develops later in pregnancy, usually do not have an increased risk of having a baby with a birth defect. However, some of these women may have had unrecognized diabetes that began prior to pregnancy. They may have had high blood sugar in the early weeks of pregnancy, which increases the risk of birth defects. Poorly controlled gestational diabetes also increases the risk of stillbirth. However, with improvements in medical care, stillbirth is rare.\n\nWomen with poorly controlled diabetes (gestational or preexisting) are at increased risk of having a very large baby (10 pounds or more). Macrosomia is the medical term for this. These babies grow so large because some of the extra sugar in the mother’s blood crosses the placenta and goes to the fetus. The fetus then produces extra insulin, which helps it process the sugar and store it as fat. The fat tends to accumulate around the shoulders and trunk, sometimes making these babies difficult to deliver vaginally and putting them at risk for injuries during delivery.\n\nDuring the newborn period, babies of women with poorly controlled diabetes are at increased risk of breathing difficulties, low blood sugar levels and jaundice. These problems can be treated, but it’s better to prevent them by controlling blood sugar levels during pregnancy. Babies of women with poorly controlled diabetes also may be at increased risk of developing obesity and diabetes as young adults.