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Association between prenatal antimicrobial use and offspring attention deficit hyperactivity disorder.

Jennifer K StraughenAlexandra R SitarikGanesa WegienkaChristine Cole JohnsonTisa M Johnson-HooperAndrea E Cassidy-Bushrow
Published in: PloS one (2023)
Maternal prenatal antifungal use and frequent prenatal antibiotic use are associated with an increased risk of ADHD in offspring at age 10. These findings highlight the importance of the prenatal environment and the need for careful use of antimicrobials.
Keyphrases
  • attention deficit hyperactivity disorder
  • pregnant women
  • autism spectrum disorder
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