Cause and Effect of Fetal Alcohol Syndrome?
Question by bigdg1989: Cause and Effect of Fetal Alcohol Syndrome?
What are the symptoms of Fetal Alcohol Syndrome? Do any of these have any effects on the child as they grow into adults?
Best answer:
Answer by billie b
Many and varied. And yes.
Answer by Bronwyn
Its definitely best to avoid alcohol while TTC or pregnant. There is no known “safe” amount of alcohol.
It can make a massive difference to your chances of conception, chance of a miscarriage, and chance of deformities in the fetus. Fetal alcohol syndrome is of particular concern, and is the #1 cause of preventable birth defects in children born in America.
Note also that the TTC father’s intake of drugs, alcohol, and cigarettes can also affect *his* fertility, and the health of his sperm.
“Alcohol consumption, even in small amounts, can reduce a woman’s chance of conceiving by more than 50%, according to researchers in Maryland.”
“According to the American College of Obstetricians and Gynecologists, heavy drinkers (more than 2 alcoholic beverages per day) are at greater risk of giving birth to a child with fetal alcohol syndrome (FAS). FAS includes mental and physical birth defects and growth problems associated with the mother’s high levels of alcohol use during pregnancy. If you don’t drink any alcohol, you will prevent fetal alcohol syndrome.
Studies have also shown that consuming moderate amounts of alcohol during pregnancy may contribute to early miscarriage. ”
“FAS is characterized by brain damage, facial deformities, and growth deficits. Heart, liver, and kidney defects are also common, as are vision and hearing problems. Individuals with FAS have difficulties with learning, attention, memory, and problem solving.”
:)Bronwyn
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