66 - Is There a Fetal Fentanyl Syndrome?

We’ve known about negative impacts on the brains of babies exposed to opioids in the womb. Evidence now shows a fentanyl syndrome connected to physical abnormalities like cleft palates and small heads. Let's talk about it! Episode Sources: https://www.nbcnews.com/health/health-news/fetal-fentanyl-exposure-pregnancy-birth-defects-rcna126006 https://www.sciencedirect.com/science/article/pii/S2949774423008439#tbl1 https://my.clevelandclinic.org/health/diseases/15677-fetal-alcohol-syndrome #fentanyl #fentanylcrisis #pediatrics #drdavidmd ----- Please join us on other platforms: Website: https://DrDavidMD.com/ YT: https://www.youtube.com/c/DrDavidMD FB: https://www.facebook.com/PagingDrDavidMD IG: https://www.instagram.com/pagingdrdavidmd/ LI: https://www.linkedin.com/company/drdavidmd/ TW: https://twitter.com/PagingDrDavidMD Dr. David is an independent thinker who draws from more than 25 years of clinical experience. He relies on a broad range of evidence-based information to provide his best possible guidance. Dr. David's thoughts and opinions may shift as the data evolves. Information he shares with the public is not intended as a substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment. All content is informative and does not replace the need for consultation with qualified health professionals.