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.
1 Alcohol can cause damage to a developing baby at any stage during the pregnancy. 2  It can affect the babyâs body and in particular the babyâs brain development. 3  The damage caused by alcohol in pregnancy is for life and may not be seen at birth.es. Drinking alcohol during pregnancy can harm a baby during pregnancy. 1  Alcohol crosses the placenta to the developing baby. 2  The alcohol will reach the developing baby very quickly and its blood alcohol level will be the same as yours. 3  Alcohol can cause damage to a developing baby at any stage during the pregnancy.
Effects of Marijuana on the Fetus and Breastfeeding Infants. Current studies indicate that approximately 4% of women in the USA use illicit drugs while pregnant. Seventy five percent of these cases report the use of marijuana. Despite the widespread use of this product, the public is not aware of the potential neurobehavioral effects of this drug on the fetus or the newborn infant. Cannabis, also known as marijuana, is a psychoactive drug with multiple effects including euphoria, mood changes and hallucinations.