Re: Baby born missing a hand

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Hope this helps and write back anytime for more information.

Dr. M

At Sun, 30 Sep 2001, SarahB wrote: >
>I am feeling so sad... A dear friend who was due the day before me had
>her baby this morning (we spent alot of time together during the last
>few months sharing pregnancy experiences)... her sister called and told
>me that the baby girl was born weighing only 4lb 12oz (39 weeks) and
>missing her left hand. I am not sure how to respond and was wondering
>if anyone had experienced something similar and what helped. I
>delivered a very healthy little boy 1.5 weeks ago.
>
>Also, does anyone know if this type of thing is "isolated" or linked to
>other possible problems with the little girl?
>
>Thank you for any insight! SarahB
>
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>SarahB
>

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