A girl is born with the following facial features: microcephaly,short palpebral fissures,epicanthal folds,flat midface,and micrognathia.What might be the cause of this constellation of abnormal features?

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The constellation of abnormal features described are consistent with fetal alcohol syndrome. Microcephaly, short palpebral fissures, epicanthal folds, flat midface, and micrognathia are all features commonly seen in individuals with fetal alcohol syndrome. None of the other answer choices are typically associated with these particular facial features.

A Girl Is Born with the Following Facial Features: Microcephaly,short