Welcome to the portion of CDC's DES Update for the DES Third Generation (offspring of DES Daughters and Sons). In this section, you will find information about ongoing research related to the DES Third Generation and potential health risks associated with DES exposure in their parents. Links to more detailed information about DES are provided at the bottom of the page.

DES Third Generation children (offspring of DES Daughters and Sons) are just beginning to reach the age when relevant health problems (such as reproductive tract problems) can be studied.
Information Resources for the DES Third Generation
Information on Health Risks Potential Health Risks for Third Generation (offspring of DES Daughters and 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 the DES Third Generation Research on the DES Third Generation Findings in Female Offspring Hypospadias in Sons DES Third Generation 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 Sons – Health effects and information resources for DES 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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