Patient's question:
I am now 1 month pregnant. During my last menstrual period, I consumed some baijiu. Previously, I and my husband used to drink some beer or red wine daily, but I have stopped now! I don't know if the egg or sperm from this pregnancy will be affected. It was an accident, so I didn't pay attention, and I took some traditional Chinese medicine cold medicine! I am 33 years old and this is my first pregnancy.Additional question: I stopped drinking after confirming my pregnancy, about a month ago. The cold medicine was taken before.
Doctor's answer:
Women have lower tolerance to alcohol than men. If a woman becomes pregnant while drinking, alcohol tends to concentrate in the blood that nourishes the fetus, affecting the normal development of the fetus's body and brain. Conception after drinking is a major cause of congenital deformities and intellectual disabilities in the fetus. If a pregnant woman drinks alcohol, it directly affects the growth and development of the fetus inside her. The first three months of pregnancy, especially within the first eight weeks, are critical periods for the formation of fetal organs and also a period of high sensitivity to teratogens. In your case, it is recommended to retain the fetus and undergo regular prenatal check-ups.