Causes and Treatments of Congenital Blindness in Newborns

Infant blindness can be caused by various factors, including genetic conditions, viral infections during the mother’s pregnancy, side effects of medications, or poor habits. In the first trimester of pregnancy, the placenta’s function is weaker, which may allow viruses to affect the fetus and lead to blindness. Common viruses include rubella, cytomegalovirus, and herpes simplex virus.
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