1 Hoarseness is an abnormal change in the voice. 2  The most common cause of hoarseness is acute laryngitis. 3  The underlying cause of hoarseness can usually be diagnosed by a health care professional based on the patient's history and physical exam.  The treatment for hoarseness depends on the underlying cause.
Smoking during pregnancy reduces the growth and health of babies and increases the risks of a number of complications and illnesses for both the mother and baby. Babies born to women who smoke during pregnancy have a greater chance of premature birth, low birth weight, stillbirth and infant mortality.Smoking during pregnancy can also affect the development of babies' lungs which increases the risk for many health problems. ,abies born to women who smoke during pregnancy have a greater chance of premature birth, low birth weight, stillbirth and infant mortality. Smoking during pregnancy can also affect the development of babies' lungs which increases the risk for many health problems. ,
The number of pregnant women who receive treatment for substance abuse is shockingly low, but options do exist. According to recent nationwide data from SAMHSA, 11.6% of pregnant women aged 15 â 44 years old used alcohol, while 17.3% used tobacco, 6% used prescription medications, and 4.3% used illicit drugs. Using any amount of alcohol or drugs while pregnant can harm the unborn baby.