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“I heard that children with autism have toxins or heavy metal poisoning—should I get my 10-year-old tested?”
I’ve heard that children with autism often have toxins in their system or issues with heavy metal poisoning. Should I have my 10-year-old tested for heavy metal toxicity, or does it not matter at this stage?
Asked by: estherchan_see parentPublished on: Feb 6, 2026
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