Alcohol-Related Birth Defects

Alcohol-related birth defects are conditions that can affect a baby when there is exposure to alcohol during pregnancy. Alcohol crosses the placenta and influences the development of different organs and the nervous system of the baby.

Possible manifestations: they can include particular facial features, low birth weight, growth difficulties, and differences in learning or behavior that become noticeable over time.

Key point: they are considered preventable, since there is no amount of alcohol recognized as safe during pregnancy.

Who provides guidance about them? The pediatrician supports the child's follow-up, while the general practitioner and, depending on the case, the psychiatrist support the family. If you have questions about pregnancy or child development, the advisable course is to raise them in a consultation.