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CAUSES
There are many different causes of physical disabilities. Some people may be born with physical disability, while some may become physically disabled later on in their life. Causes may be health issues, accidents or even wars.
Study the table below to learn more about causes of disability. Click on the links to explore these causes in depth.
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WHAT DOES IT MEAN
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Trauma means injury. Many people become injured through accidents. In this cases skeletal, muscular or nervous system may become damaged. Trauma usually happens after birth.
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There are many illnesses that can cause damage to body systems that control movement and make people physically disabled. Some of these illnesses are caused by bacteria and viruses. Some illnesses may be inherited and there are some illnesses for which scientists still don't know the cause.
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Something that is "congenital" means present when a person is born. In this cases, a person is born with a physical disability.
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Genetic means that it is inherited from a persons parents. This means that one or both parents passed a gene that carried that disease or disability. Genetic disorders can sometimes be caused by a mutation of a gene. This means that a normal gene changed causing a disorders. Scientist usually don't know why these mutations happen and when they can happen.
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