Usually seen in medical discussions describing health conditions from birth. A congenital malformation was detected during the ultrasound.
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Not Always Genetic
While often genetic, it can also refer to conditions caused by the environment pre-birth. The baby's congenital issues were due to prenatal exposure to toxins.
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Permanent Nature
Conditions described as congenital are typically permanent but may not always affect life negatively. Despite his congenital blindness, he became a successful musician.