What is known about third-generation health risks from laboratory animal studies?
In laboratory animal studies of elderly third-generation DES-exposed, female mice, an increased risk of uterine cancers, benign ovarian tumors, and lymphomas was found. Elderly third-generation DES-exposed male mice were at an increased risk of certain reproductive tract tumors. Both the female and male mice studied were the offspring of female mice exposed to DES before birth (in the womb). While DES research about third-generation health risks continues, you should protect your health by staying informed and talking with a health care provider about your concerns.
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