Explore Over 11,000+ Conditions, Medications, and Symptoms.
Get a personalized feed by signing up for free.
All Conditions
Fetal Alcohol Syndrome
by Alike Medical Team ∙ Updated on June 13, 2023
Fetal alcohol syndrome refers to a condition which is characterized by brain damage caused to the fetus due to maternal exposure to alcohol during pregnancy.
52 people with Fetal Alcohol Syndrome are on Alike.
Symptoms include facial features including small eyes, thin upper lip, upturned nose, smooth skin surface between the nose and upper lip, joint deformities, growth difficulties, vision difficulties, hearing problems, and small head circumference. Central nervous system symptoms include poor coordination, intellectual disabilities, learning disorders, memory problems, attention deficits, poor judgements, hyperactivity , problems solving difficulties, social and behavioral problems.
Diagnosis is based upon findings from medical history and physical examination.
The damage from fetal alcohol syndrome is not reversible, but early intervention may help reduce some of the effects.
☝ We provide information on prescription and over-the-counter medicines, diagnosis, procedures and lab tests. This material is provided for educational purposes only and is not medical advice, diagnosis or treatment.
National Institutes of Health ∙ World Health Organization ∙ MedlinePluse ∙ Centers for Disease Control and Prevention
☝ All information has been reviewed by certified physicians from Alike
Alike is a transformative platform that goes beyond just bringing together patients; it meticulously connects individuals based on multiple critical factors, such as age, gender, comorbidities, medications, diet, and more, fostering a community of knowledge, support and empathy.
© 2020-2024 Alike, Inc