Fetal Alcohol Syndrome Learning Center

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Fetal alcohol syndrome is the manifestation of specific growth, mental, and physical birth defects associated with the mother's high levels of alcohol use during pregnancy.

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Symptoms
Symptoms of fetal alcohol syndrome may include: Slowed intrauterine growth; Poor growth in the fetus and newborn; Pos...
Causes
Using or abusing alcohol during pregnancy can cause the same risks as using alcohol in general. However, it poses ext...
Tests
Drinking alcohol during pregnancy may be the first sign of possible fetal alcohol syndrome. An exam of the baby may s...
Treatments
Women who are pregnant or who are trying to get pregnant should avoid drinking any amount of alcohol. Pregnant women ...
Drugs
  • No known drug therapy
Alternative Therapies
The following organizations may offer assistance: National Council on Alcoholism and Drug Dependency - www.ncadd.org/...
Risk Factors
  • Heavy Alcohol intake during pregnancy
  • Poor Maternal Nutrition
Complications
Drinking alcohol during pregnancy may result in: Miscarriage or stillbirth; Premature delivery. Complications seen in...
Prevention
Avoiding alcohol during pregnancy prevents fetal alcohol syndrome. Counseling can help prevent recurrence in women wh...
Doctor Specialties
Call for an appointment with your health care provider if you are drinking alcohol regularly or heavily, and are find...

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