Patient's question:
My last menstrual period was on April 1st. Since my periods have always been irregular, I didn't realize I was pregnant. On May 22nd and June 3rd, I had some wine and beer at company events, but I didn't get drunk—just a bit dizzy. Could this affect the baby? I've consulted doctors, and they all said it's not a big problem, but I'm still worried.Also, on May 2nd, I was quite tired from hiking and used some Yunnan Baiyao spray on my legs. Could this affect the baby?
Doctor's answer:
Alcohol consumption during pregnancy will lead to abnormalities in fetal behavior and development. Due to the abnormal brain development caused by alcohol during pregnancy, there is no standard for how much alcohol is "safe" to consume during pregnancy. Pregnant women or those planning to become pregnant should not drink alcohol. This situation requires strict prenatal check-ups, including a Down syndrome screening between weeks 14-19, a 4D ultrasound for prenatal anomaly detection between weeks 22-26, and if necessary, amniocentesis and umbilical cord blood analysis between weeks 16-20. This can help clarify the baby's development inside the womb. It is recommended to keep the baby and undergo regular prenatal examinations. If any abnormalities are detected in the baby, pregnancy should be terminated promptly.