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Can having too many ultrasounds during pregnancy be linked to autism?

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No!: Ultrasound has absolutely no relationship whatsoever with the development of autism.

Answered 11/12/2012

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Dr. Jon Ahrendsen answered

Specializes in Family Medicine

Not that I know: I have not seen any research that shows a link between ultrasounds in pregnancy and autism. Ultrasound is a valuable tool to use in ob, (check dates, position of placenta, growth of baby), but sometimes it is overdone, because it is risk free, and parents like to see pictures, and drs. Like to 'make sure' they are not surprised. It's a wonderful tool, that sometimes is used to much imho.

Answered 3/26/2013

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No: This is being looked at in detail. So far there is no evidence that ultrasounds performed in routine manner are of any risk to fetal development. However, if you have medical problems for which the repeated ultrasounds are being requested, that issue may have an effect on the fetus. You need to direct these questions to the doctor ordering the ultrasounds.

Answered 10/3/2016

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No: ultra sounds during pregnancy have not been associated with the occurrence of autism.

Answered 5/1/2016

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