Drinking alcohol during pregnancy .. a threat to the life of the fetus

1. The risk of alcoholic fetus syndrome (FAS)
One of the most dangerous damages that alcohol to drink during pregnancy may be the alcoholic fetus syndrome, a condition that leads to:
Congenital distortions in the face.
• Delayed in physical and mental development.
Difficulties in learning, focusing and behavior.
2. A negative effect on brain and nervous system growth
Alcohol crosses the placenta easily, and reaches the fetus, which directly affects the development of the brain and nervous system, and may lead to:
Memory weakness.
Pay attention problems.
Difficulties in social interaction.
3. Increase the risk of miscarriage and premature birth
Eating alcohol increases the possibility:
Automatic abortion, especially in the first months.
Early birth and the accompanying respiratory problems and incomplete growth for the child.
4. The child’s weight decreases at birth
Mothers who eat alcohol during pregnancy are more likely to have children with less than normal, which increases the risk of developing health problems in the early stages of their lives.
5. Creative distortions
Eating alcohol regularly during pregnancy may lead to birthicity in the heart, kidneys, or limbs, and these defects are permanent and can only be corrected with long -term surgery or treatment.
6. Behavior problems in the future
Children who have been subjected to alcohol in the womb may appear later:
• Hyper movement and distraction.
• Difficulties in communication.
• Problems in controlling feelings and aggressive behavior
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