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Why is fetal alcohol syndrome a concern?

April 26, 2017alcohol Fetal SYNDROME

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Why is fetal alcohol syndrome a concern?

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Alcohol use in pregnancy has significant effects on the fetus and the baby. Dependence and addiction to alcohol in the mother also cause the fetus to become addicted. At birth, the baby’s dependence on alcohol continues. But since the alcohol is no longer available, the baby’s central nervous system becomes over stimulated causing the symptoms of withdrawal. Alcohol withdrawal may begin within a few hours after birth and symptoms may last up to 18 months.