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Diethylstilboestrol

Description

Diethylstilboestrol (DES) is a synthetic estrogen that was widely prescribed to pregnant women between the 1940s and 1970s. It was primarily used to prevent miscarriages but was later discovered to have detrimental effects on the health of both the mothers and their children.

Sample Sentences

1. My grandmother was prescribed diethylstilboestrol during her pregnancy, but thankfully, my mother did not experience any adverse effects.
2. Doctors today refrain from administering diethylstilboestrol due to its proven harmful effects.
3. The use of diethylstilboestrol was a common practice in the mid-20th century, despite the lack of thorough research on its potential risks.
4. Researchers are still studying the long-term consequences of diethylstilboestrol exposure on subsequent generations.
5. Due to the toxic nature of diethylstilboestrol, it is essential to educate pregnant women about its history and potential dangers.

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