Fetal Alcohol Syndrome

Fetal alcohol syndrome is a set of problems that occur in children due to the intake of alcohol during pregnancy. Drinking alcohol during pregnancy increases the risks of your baby having fetal alcohol syndrome. These babies are born underweight and are usually small. They often have small eyes and small head. The birth defects that are observed in such babies are delayed development, heart defects, hearing, and vision problem. As they age they also show behavior problems. Severe cases of drinking alcohol during pregnancy can cause even mental retardation. The seriousness of mental problems varies, with some children experiencing serious complications than others. Fetal alcohol syndrome is not a single birth defect. Early detection of this syndrome reduces the risk of behavior difficulties associated with fetal alcohol syndrome. They include difficulties in concentrating in schools, problems with the law, uncontrolled anger, and substance abuse. If you are pregnant and an alcoholic, take medical help to reduce and avoid complications. If you have consumed alcohol when you were pregnant, let your doctor know it, as early diagnosis might help to reduce the long-term problems among children with fetal alcohol syndrome. Read the article to know more about the complications and preventions of Fetal Alcohol Syndrome