"There is no simple answer to what causes autism, more than 50 years of scientific research has shown. It is a complex neurodevelopmental condition that arises from a constellation of genetic factors and environmental influences. What's more, the evidence linking the use of Tylenol during pregnancy to eventual autism diagnoses in children is weak. The evidence [from a handful of studies] was really mixed, and the effects were really small,"
"Acetaminophen is one of the few pain relievers deemed safe to take during pregnancy, in consultation with doctors, according to the American College of Obstetricians and Gynecologists (ACOG). Despite recent unfounded claims, there's no clear evidence linking prudent use to issues with fetal development. ACOG's guidance remains the same. When pain relief is needed during pregnancy, acetaminophen should be used in moderation, and after consulting your doctor, wrote the professional body in a statement on September 5."
A government announcement is planned linking rising autism rates to prenatal acetaminophen use, with a press conference scheduled. Autism is a complex neurodevelopmental condition arising from genetic factors and environmental influences, without a simple, single cause. Evidence directly connecting Tylenol use during pregnancy to later autism diagnoses is weak and based on mixed studies showing very small effects. Acetaminophen remains one of the few pain relievers considered safe during pregnancy when used in consultation with a physician. Professional guidance advises using acetaminophen in moderation and consulting a doctor when pain relief is needed during pregnancy.
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