Teratogens are harmful environmental risk factors that may include various drugs, _____, infections, and/or radiation.

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During the first trimester of pregnancy (period of organogenesis, when vital organs form), the fetus is most susceptible to teratogens. These harmful environmental risk factors include various drugs, chemicals, infections, and/or radiation. Vitamins in normal doses are not teratogens. Highly spiced foods are not teratogens although they may cause dyspepsia (indigestion). Allergens are not known to be teratogenic.

Teratogens Are Harmful Environmental Risk Factors That May Include Various