Graves’ disease, Agent Orange exposure linked in veterans

Graves’ disease, Agent Orange exposure linked in veterans

PERSPECTIVE

We are becoming increasingly aware about the potential effects of man-made agents that act as endocrine disruptors, adversely affecting endocrine system function. The data of Varanasi showing an increased risk of Agent Orange exposure on thyroid and diabetes disease, supports the notion that Agent Orange can modulate endocrine system autoimmune disorders. –Scott A. Rivkees, MD - Chief of the Yale Pediatric Thyroid Center and Yale Child Health Research Center