What is the difference between FAS and FAE?

FAE (fetal alcohol effects): A softer diagnosis than fetal alcohol syndrome (FAS). The diagnosis of possible FAE is considered when: 1. The person has some signs of FAS; 2. The person does not meet all of the necessary criteria for FAS; and 3.

What does fetal alcohol syndrome look like?

Distinctive facial features, including small eyes, an exceptionally thin upper lip, a short, upturned nose, and a smooth skin surface between the nose and upper lip. Deformities of joints, limbs and fingers. Slow physical growth before and after birth.

What is FASD facial features?

Characteristic facial features in a child with fetal alcohol spectrum disorders. Findings may include a smooth philtrum, thin upper lip, upturned nose, flat nasal bridge and midface, epicanthal folds, small palpebral fissures, and small head circumference.

What are 5 signs and symptoms of FASDs?

Signs and Symptoms

• Low body weight.
• Poor coordination.
• Hyperactive behavior.
• Difficulty with attention.
• Poor memory.
• Difficulty in school (especially with math)
• Learning disabilities.
• Speech and language delays.

What does FAS look like?

Facial features such as wide-set eyes; an extremely thin upper lip; a short, upturned nose; and lack of lip folds between the nose and upper lip may indicate FAS. A child with FAS may also have narrow and small eyes. Deformed joint and limbs may indicate FAS.

What are symptoms of FAS?

The following are the most common symptoms of FAS. However, each baby may experience symptoms differently. Symptoms may include: Small head, small jaw, and small, flat cheeks. Malformed ears. Small eyes, poor development of optic nerve, crossed-eyes. Upturned nose, low bridge.

What are the characteristics of FAS and FASD?

“The most outstanding characteristics of FASD are bad judgment and the inability to make the connection between an act and its consequences” (Dr. Ann Streissguth, retired, University of Washington).