What happens if a female fetus is exposed to diethylstilbestrol? Understanding the Legacy of DES
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Between 1938 and 1971, diethylstilbestrol (DES) was prescribed to millions of pregnant women before it was discovered to be ineffective and harmful. This in-utero exposure, particularly if a female fetus is exposed to diethylstilbestrol, has led to a range of significant and lifelong health issues for the women, now known as 'DES Daughters'.
