Pesticides in children

Children are exposed to a wide range of pesticides, including insecticides, herbicides, fungicides, and rodenticides. They differ from adults in their exposures and responses to exposures. Acute and chronic toxicity are discu ssed, and important chronic effects, such as carcinogenesis, endocrine disr uption, and neurodevelopment effects are reviewed. The state of laws and re gulations are also discussed. Recommendations are made to pediatricians reg arding treatment and advising families regarding avoidance of pesticide exp osures and their effects.