Is chelation an ethical treatment for childhood autism? Should government studies be carried out?

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answer:There is currently virtually no scientific study of this use. The NIH put their planned study on hold. I think there would serious concerns because of the nature of the chemicals used in the treatment. I think studies should be done. We know that children and adults do not react the same way to drugs. One child has died as a result of chelation treatment. Until they are, I think possibly it should be banned as an “off the books” use.

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