Fetal Alchohol Syndrom
By: Marissa Blassingame
testing/ treatment
There is no cure or treatment for the disabilities of fetal alcohol syndrome but there are certain protective factors that can be implemented to lessen or prevent the development of secondary conditions associated with FAS.
causes
The ultimate cause is alcohol intake by the pregnant mother. However, alcohol itself may not be directly responsible for all (or any) of the features of FAS. What may be responsible are byproducts generated when the body metabolizes ("burns") alcohol.
life outlook
An individual with growth deficiency is typically defined as falling below the tenth percentile for height and weight. Central nervous system effects range from learning disabilities to mental retardation. The constellation of specific facial features.
help with alchohol problems
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