Can Drinking Excess Alcohol Once During Pregnancy Cause Any Harm?

Posted on Thu, 14 Sep 2017

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Thu, 14 Sep 2017 Answered on

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Question : I eecently learned I am pregnant. Before I found out, I drank heavily one night, when I would have been 2 and a half weeks. Should I be worried about harm to the baby?

Answered by Dr. Mahesh Koregol (1 hour later)

Brief Answer:
Don't worry

Detailed Answer:
Hi,

I understand your concerns.

Drinking one or two episodes does not make much difference.

This will not pose any danger to baby.

Don't worry about it.

Let me know if you need anymore help.

Regards

Above answer was peer-reviewed by : Dr. Nagamani Ng