Researchers from Texas A&M University (USA) found that paternal alcohol consumption less than three months before conception is associated with defects in the facial and skull development of the unborn child. results published In the Journal of Clinical Investigation (JCI).
Scientists developed a multiplex model using laboratory mice to test the hypothesis that male exposure to alcohol before conception triggers craniofacial abnormalities in offspring. It turned out that the distance between the head, eyes and mouth, and the back of the head was significantly reduced in young animals, descendants of male rodents exposed to ethyl alcohol before conception. These mice also had facial asymmetry.
Scientists explained that the risk of such defects also exists in human offspring. It is also noted that the father’s alcohol addiction has a stronger effect on the child’s facial proportions and height. To prevent this, expectant fathers are advised to stay away from alcoholic beverages at least three months before pregnancy.
The researchers emphasized that both parents are responsible for the health of the unborn child. They noted the need for parents of both sexes to inform people about the dangerous consequences of alcohol consumption. Scientists have called on alcohol manufacturers to change labels so that the warning label provides information about the negative consequences of drinking products not only for pregnant and breastfeeding women, but also for men planning to become pregnant.
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