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What could cause for prenatal alcohol exposure?
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FAS: If there is exposure of a fetus to alcohol, the possible effect is something called "fetal alcohol syndrome". This is probably related to the amount of exposure, but we really do not know what amount of exposure causes harm. If you have more specifics, perhaps we can help you with a better answer.
Answered 6/5/2014
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The only cause of : FAS is fetal exposure to alcohol during pregnancy. Alcohol is a teratogen, a substance that disrupts fetal development, causing birth defects. Binge drinking, having 4 or more standard drinks for a woman, is especially harmful The brain & other organs start forming 3 weeks after conception, often before a woman knows she is pregnant. Thus, social drinking + an unplanned pregnancy can cause FAS.
Answered 6/5/2014
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