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Can a baby who is born normal become mentally retarded after birth?

April 26, 2017baby birth born mentally normal retarded

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Can a baby who is born normal become mentally retarded after birth?

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All the characteristics of M.R. can appear long after birth due to injury to the brain anytime during the development period upto 18 years of age. Injury to the brain can be caused by the following factors: Severe malnutrition in the child especially upto 2 years of age. Infection to the child such as meningitis or encephalitis. Repeated episodes of epileptic fits. Injury to the brain from accidents or falls. Strangulation, smoke inhalation or near drowning. Accidental poisoning.