Welcome to the portion of CDC's DES Update for DES Sons. In this section, you will find the health risks associated with DES and steps you can to take protect your health and the health of your family. Links to more detailed information about DES are provided at the bottom of the page.

DES Sons are defined as men born between 1938 and 1971 who were exposed to DES before birth (in the womb). Research has confirmed that DES Sons are at an increased risk for: Non-cancerous epididymal cysts
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Information on Health Risks Known Health Effects for DES Sons Steps You Can Take to Protect Your Health and the Health of Your Family for DES Sons Although scientists have answered many questions about health risks associated with exposure to DES, questions remain about potential health risks and related concerns.				Recent Research for DES Sons Cancer Risk in Men Exposed in Utero DES Sons Bibliography For information on how such research was conducted, see Understanding DES Research.
Additional Information on DES Women Who Were Prescribed DES While Pregnant – Health effects and information resources for Women Prescribed DES While Pregnant. DES Daughters – Health effects and information resources for DES Daughters. DES Third Generation – Health effects and information resources for the DES Third Generation (offsprings of DES Daughters and Sons). The Interactive DES Self-Assessment Guide - A guide to help you assess whether you might have been exposed to DES. About DES – Includes DES History, Known Health Effects, Related Concerns, and information on CDC's DES Update. DES Glossary – An A-Z list of DES terms. DES Bibliography – A list of DES references, divided by topic.

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