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Microtia is a genetic problem or not?
My father doesn't have microtia. Iam having the problem of microtia grade 2, I have a doubt wether my child also will be born with microtia or as a normal child..? Pls clarify my doubt...
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No microtia is not inherited problem.Its developmental defect. Less chances of ur child will get
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