Symptoms of foetal alcohol syndrome
Source: NHS
A baby exposed to alcohol in the wombmay have:
- a head that's smaller than average
- poor growth they may be smaller than average at birth, grow slowly as they get older, and be shorter than average as an adult
- distinctive facial features such assmall eyes, a thin upper lip, and a smooth area between the nose and upper lip, though these may become less noticeable with age
- movement and co-ordination problems, known as Cerebral palsy
- learning difficultiessuch as problems withthinking, speech, social skills, timekeeping, maths ormemory
- mood, attention or behaviouralproblemssuch as autism -like behaviour or attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD)
- problems with theliver, kidneys, heart or other organs
- hearing and vision problems
These problems are permanent, though early treatment and support can help limit their impact on an affected child's life.