Question
Biology Question on human reproduction
Women who consumed the drug thalidomide for relief from vomiting during early months of pregnancy gave birth to children with
A
No spleen
B
Hare-lip
C
Extra fingers and toes
D
Under developed limbs
Answer
Under developed limbs
Explanation
Solution
Thalidomide should not be used during pregnancy because even a single dose of thalidomide can cause severe birth defects such as underdeveloped limbs in foetus or foetal death.