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Thalidomide: Research advances in cancer and other conditions
Thalidomide proves useful for skin lesions and multiple myeloma
Areas of thalidomide research
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New uses and ongoing research
Special procedures required to prevent pregnancy
Side effects other than birth defects
Creating a safer thalidomide
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In the 1950s and 1960s, thalidomide was used to treat morning sickness during pregnancy. But it was found to cause disabilities in the babies born to those taking the drug.
Now, decades later, thalidomide (Thalomid) is being used to treat a skin condition and cancer. It's also being investigated as a treatment for many other disorders.
