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What is the difference between Fetal Alcohol Syndrome and Fetal Alcohol Spectrum Disorder?
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∙ 13y ago
It is much less serious.
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What has the author Edward P Riley written?
Edward P. Riley has written: 'Fetal alcohol spectrum disorder' -- subject(s): Fetal alcohol syndrome, Alcohol Drinking, Prenatal Exposure Delayed Effects, Health Communication, Adverse effects, Fetal Alcohol Syndrome
What does FASD mean?
Fetal Alcohol Spectrum Disorder
In health what does FAS stand for?
I'm not sure if there are two acronyms, one for women's health and one for this, but FAS traditionally stands for Fetal Alcohol Syndrome. The more PC term today is FASD (Fetal Alcohol Spectrum Disorder).
Can fetal alcohol syndrome cause anxiety disorder?
Yes it can. Alcohol also contributes to anxiety.
Does fetal alcohol syndrome lead to Down syndrome?
No, but consuming alcohol during pregnancy can lead to impaired mental development in a condition called Fetal Alcohol Syndrome.
Could autism be confused with fetal alcohol syndrome?
Uh... no. Autism is a development disorder while fetal alcohol syndrome is caused when a pregnant mother drinks alcohol and ruins her child
What Brain disorder is caused by alcohol?
Korsakoff syndrome can be caused by long-term alcoholism.
How can Mallory-Weiss Syndrome be prevented?
Mallory-Weiss syndrome is associated with alcoholism. Limiting alcohol intake may help prevent the disorder.
What is the umbrella term that describes the range of effects that can occur in an individual whose mother drank alcohol during pregnancy?
Fetal Alcohol Spectrum Disorder.
Do pregnant mothers with FASD Fetal Alcohol Spectrum Disorder look different in physical appearance?
The mothers don't but the babies do.
Is liquor consumption harmful during pregnancy?
Yes, drinking too much alcohol will cause fetal alcohol spectrum disorder which will cause physical and mental problems of the fetus.
Which of the statements is false concerning fetal alcohol spectrum disorders?
Children with this disorder have very similar facial structure and look amazingly alike even when not related.
