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Immunizations, immunology, and autism.
Seminars in pediatric neurology - 1 Sept 2004
Chez Michael G, Chin Kathleen, Hung Paul C
Abstract excerpt
Public fears of rising rates of children being diagnosed with autistic spectrum disorders has led to a fear that immunizations, specifically the measles-mumps-varicella vaccine (MMR), may trigger autism. This article reviews theories of immunization as a risk factor for autism, including thimerosal exposure. We also review theories of autoimmunity as a predisposing genetic risk in autistic patients. We summarize...
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