Do Drug Addicts Always Relapse?

Yes, babies born to mothers who used crack cocaine during pregnancy can go through withdrawal after birth. This is known as neonatal abstinence syndrome (NAS), which is a group of symptoms that occur when a baby is exposed to addictive substances in the womb and then suddenly no longer has them after birth. NAS can cause a range of symptoms, including tremors, seizures, irritability, fever, vomiting, diarrhea, and difficulty feeding. Infants with NAS may need to be treated in the hospital with medications and supportive care until their symptoms improve.