Teratogen Research Paper

Teratogen is “an agent or condition, including viruses, drugs and chemicals that can impair prenatal development and result in birth defects or even death” (105). Tetracycline, Toxoplasmosis, Syphilis, HIV, Very high stress, Malnutrition, Rubella (German measles), excessive, exhausting exercise, Heroin, and cocaine are different type’s teratogen (109-110). Tetracycline is an antibiotic to treat different bacterial infections and not recommend while pregnant. Tetracycline can effect a fetus teeth during the bone formation stage. Toxoplasmosis comes from consuming uncooked meat and handling cat feces during pregnancy. Toxoplasmosis can cause brain damage and loss of vision. Syphilis can be passed down to an unborn child if their mother doesn’t