Tylenol and Autism: More to the Story

A startling rise in autism diagnoses and its potential link to pregnant women using Tylenol (acetaminophen). The author argues that while recent announcements have attributed this increase to Tylenol, key factors, especially the rise of ultrasound technology, are overlooked.

1. Rising Autism Rates:

• In 2020, the CDC estimated that 1 in 36 children had autism, but by 2025, HHS claimed the number had surged to 1 in 31.

• A suggested cause for this increase is the use of Tylenol by pregnant women.

2. FDA Awareness:

• The FDA was aware of the potential link between Tylenol and autism more than a decade ago but did not take action.

• In 2019, the FDA suggested revising Tylenol labels to warning pregnant women about casual use but didn’t enforce any changes.

3. Lawsuits Against Tylenol Manufacturers:

• Over 100 lawsuits have been filed against acetaminophen manufacturers for not warning about the risks associated with using Tylenol during pregnancy.

4. Ultrasound Technology Concerns:

• The rise in autism could also be linked to the increased use of ultrasound examinations during pregnancy.

• The author shares her experiences as a Lamaze teacher from the 1970s to the 1990s, noting how the frequency of ultrasounds increased significantly over the decades.

5. Research on Ultrasound's Effects:

• Studies suggest that prenatal ultrasound exposure may result in neurological and developmental issues in children.

• A 2006 study found that prenatal ultrasound exposure in mice caused brain damage similar to that seen in autism.

6. Controversial Links:

• The author references historical incidents where deep-water sonar harmed marine life, drawing parallels to potential risks of ultrasound technology on developing fetuses.

• Concerns have been raised about the thermal effects of ultrasound and how they could harm fetal brain development.

7. Ignoring Evidence:

• Despite growing evidence of the harmful effects of frequent ultrasound use, it appears to be ignored in discussions about rising autism rates.

• The cost of ultrasound technology and its benefits to the medical community might contribute to this oversight.

8. Call for Action:

• The author suggests that the medical field and government should address the potential dangers of prenatal ultrasound with the same urgency as they are addressing the risks associated with Tylenol.

The article raises significant concerns about the rising rates of autism and suggests that both Tylenol use and increased ultrasound examinations during pregnancy could play a role. The author calls for more research and acknowledgment of the risks associated with prenatal ultrasound, urging for public awareness similar to that surrounding Tylenol. 

https://www.americanthinker.com/articles/2025/10/tylenol_and_autism_more_to_the_story.html