Babies born by cesarean section more likely to develop allergies - FOX 35 News Orlando

Babies born by cesarean section more likely to develop allergies

Posted: Updated:

Babies born by cesarean section may be more likely to develop allergies.

Researchers evaluated more than twelve hundred newborns when they were one month, six months a year and two years old.

By age two, babies born by cesarean section were five times more likely to have allergies to common household allergens than those born naturally.

Study authors say their findings advance the thought that early childhood exposure to microorganisms affects immune system development.

The findings are scheduled for presentation at the American Academy of Allergy, Asthma and Immunology annual meeting in San Antonio, Texas.

Powered by WorldNow

35 Skyline Drive
Lake Mary, FL 32746

Phone: (407) 644-3535
News Tips: (866) 55-FOX35

Didn't find what you were looking for?
All content © Copyright 2000 - 2013 Fox Television Stations, Inc. and Worldnow. All Rights Reserved.
Privacy Policy | Terms of Service | Ad Choices