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What’s thalidomide used for ?

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In the 1950s and the early 1960s, thalidomide was used to treat morning sickness during pregnancy. But it was found to cause severe birth defects. Now, decades later, thalidomide is being used to treat a skin condition and cancer. It's being investigated as a treatment for many other disorders.

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