http://www.fetal-exposure.org/resources Illinios Teratogen Information Service Sat, 19 Dec 2009 02:58:17 +0000 http://backend.userland.com/rss092 en PDF version Paint and Pregnancy This sheet talks about the risks that exposure to paint and other solvents can have during pregnancy. With each pregnancy, all women have a 3% to 5% chance of having a baby with a birth defect. This information should not take the place of medical care ... http://www.fetal-exposure.org/resources/index.php/2009/04/25/paint-and-pregnancy/ PDF Version Second generation antihistamines and pregnancy Volume 14, No. 1, July 2007 Inquiries to health care providers about the use of antihistamines during pregnancy are common since 20-30% of pregnant women have allergic symptoms (Ellegard et al., 2006). Avoiding known triggers (pets, mold, dust mites, and cigarette smoke), elevating the head ... http://www.fetal-exposure.org/resources/index.php/2007/07/01/second-generation-antihistamines-and-pregnancy/ PDF Version Neonatal Complications Associated with Late Pregnancy Use of Selective Serotonin Reuptake Inhibitors Volume 13, No. 2, April 2006 The prevalence of depression among women peaks during the childbearing years (Burke et al., 1991). With up to 14% of pregnant women displaying symptoms of depression, treatment of major depression during pregnancy ... http://www.fetal-exposure.org/resources/index.php/2006/04/01/neonatal-complications-associated-with-late-pregnancy-use-of-selective-serotonin-reuptake-inhibitors/ PDF Version Organic Solvents During Pregnancy: An Update on Occupational Exposure Volume 13, No. 1, January 2006 Organic solvents are a diverse group of liquids that are used to dissolve other materials like oils, resins, and rubber (McMartin et al., 1998). Examples of organic solvents include: aliphatic hydrocarbons (mineral spirits, varnish, ... http://www.fetal-exposure.org/resources/index.php/2006/01/01/organic-solvents-during-pregnancy-an-update-on-occupational-exposure/ PDF Version Paternal exposure to chemotherapy Volume 12, No. 5, September 2005 How many environmental agents with mutagenic properties have been found to increase the rate of genetic disorders in humans (Brent, 2005)? The answer: None. Infertility is the only established outcome following certain paternal exposures. For example, clinicians were never able ... http://www.fetal-exposure.org/resources/index.php/2005/09/01/paternal-exposure-to-chemotherapy/ PDF Version Methylmercury and Pregnancy Volume 12, No. 3, July 2005 Mercury is a naturally occurring substance that exists in a variety of chemical forms. Elemental (inorganic) mercury is found in thermometers and dental amalgams. Mercury vapor (inorganic) is produced by the burning of fossil fuel, or by volcanic eruption, and is dispersed ... http://www.fetal-exposure.org/resources/index.php/2005/07/01/methylmercury-and-pregnancy/ PDF Version Update on Proton Pump Inhibitors During Pregnancy Volume 12, No.2, May 2005 GERD Gastro-esophageal reflux disease (GERD) is a chronic disease characterized by repeated or prolonged exposure of the lining of the esophagus to the acidic contents of the stomach. Common symptoms include heart burn and acid regurgitation. Approximately 22% of ... http://www.fetal-exposure.org/resources/index.php/2005/05/01/update-on-proton-pump-inhibitors-during-pregnancy/ PDF Version The Newer SSRI Anti-Depressants and Pregnancy Volume 12, No. 1, April 2005 The prevalence of clinical depression during pregnancy has been estimated to be 7-12% by a recent meta-analysis. (Bennett et al., 2004). Additionally, in over 3000 obstetric patients screened, 20% had high scores on Centre for Epidemiological Studies Depression ... http://www.fetal-exposure.org/resources/index.php/2005/04/01/16/ PDF Version The New Antiepileptic Drugs and Pregnancy Volume 11, No.3, August 2004 This issue of Risk Newsletter explores the current data on the following second generation antiepileptic drugs (AEDs): Lamictal, Trileptal, Topamax, and Neurontin. About 1 in every 200 pregnant women has epilepsy, and up to 35% of women with epilepsy have ... http://www.fetal-exposure.org/resources/index.php/2004/08/01/the-new-antiepileptic-drugs-and-pregnancy/ PDF Version Common Summertime Exposures During Pregnancy Volume 11, No.2, June 2004 Sunscreen Heightened attention to health risks from sun overexposure has increased the use of sunscreens, both in the general population as well as in pregnancy (Benson, 2000). Sunscreens can come in various formulations (creams, lotions, sprays, etc.) and are also present ... http://www.fetal-exposure.org/resources/index.php/2004/06/01/common-summertime-exposures-during-pregnancy/