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fetalni alkoholni sindrom

The sum total of the damage done to the child before birth as a result of the mother drinking alcohol during pregnancy. FAS involves mental retardation, brain damage, impaired growth, and head and face abnormalities. No amount of alcohol has been proven safe during pregnancy. Women who are or may become pregnant are advised to avoid alcohol.

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